2003 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, both 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 and 2003 Pontiac GTO were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 110 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 2003 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. 2003 Pontiac GTO has automatic transmission and 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Pontiac GTO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Beijing | Pontiac |
| Model | BJ 2020 | GTO |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
