2002 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 6 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. 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 2008 Honda Pilot. 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. 2008 Honda Pilot 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. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
