2002 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2010 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2010 Kia Sportage is newer by 8 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 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Sportage 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 60 kg more than 2010 Kia Sportage.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Sportage. 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, 2010 Kia Sportage (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. 2010 Kia Sportage 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. 2010 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2010 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4351 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1694 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2629 mm |
