2003 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2006 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2006 Renault Kangoo 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 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Kangoo (94 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
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 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Kangoo. (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2006 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Beijing | Renault |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
