2002 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1999 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Shuma (88 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Kia Shuma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Shuma. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1999 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
