2003 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Forester (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 56 kg more than 2010 Subaru Forester.
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, 2010 Subaru Forester (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. 2010 Subaru Forester 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. 2010 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Beijing | Subaru |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2616 mm |
