2004 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1999 Seat Toledo
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 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Toledo 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 280 kg more than 1999 Seat Toledo.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Seat Toledo. 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 Seat Toledo (206 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Toledo 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 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Beijing | Seat |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
