2004 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer 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 440 kg more than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercury Tracer. 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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Beijing | Mercury |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
