2003 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 105 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 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Beijing | Hyundai |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
