2003 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Baja (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020.
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, 2004 Subaru Baja (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Baja will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. 2004 Subaru Baja 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. 2004 Subaru Baja will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Beijing | Subaru |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Baja |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
