2003 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1994 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1994 Mercury Mystique.
Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1994 Mercury Mystique (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1994 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Beijing | Mercury |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
