2001 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2009 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2009 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 8 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2009 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2009 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2730 mm |
