2004 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020

To start off, both 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider and 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider.

Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider (300 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Alfa Romeo Spider 2004 Beijing BJ 2020
Make Alfa Romeo Beijing
Model Spider BJ 2020
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Size 3179 cc 2445 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 237 HP 86 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 173 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1494 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4020 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2310 mm


 

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