2001 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Nitro (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. 2007 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Beijing | Dodge |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2770 mm |
