2004 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
