2003 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Kia Avella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Kia Avella would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1999 Kia Avella. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 1999 Kia Avella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 662 kg more than 1999 Kia Avella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Kia Avella. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Kia Avella.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Avella |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2400 mm |
