2003 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander

To start off, both 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 and 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 10 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (176 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander
Make Beijing Mitsubishi
Model BJ 2020 Outlander
Year Released 2003 2003
Engine Size 2445 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 176 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1590 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2640 mm


 

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