2004 Audi A3 vs. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2004 Audi A3.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A3. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A3 | 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | A3 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
