2002 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (133 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Beijing | Volkswagen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
