2003 Acura EL vs. 2002 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 1 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, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL 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 400 kg more than 2003 Acura EL.
Because 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Acura EL. 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura EL | 2002 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Acura | Beijing |
Model | EL | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |