2002 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saturn ION (138 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saturn ION 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 330 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Saturn ION. 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, 2004 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2004 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Beijing | Saturn |
| Model | BJ 2020 | ION |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
