2002 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 5 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercury Monterey. 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Beijing | Mercury |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3070 mm |
