2002 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 7 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 104 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Beijing | Toyota |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3250 mm |
