2003 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Avantime. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Avantime would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (162 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 61 kg more than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Avantime. 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime 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 | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1641 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2690 mm |
