2004 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2003 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Kia Shuma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Kia Shuma would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Kia Shuma (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Kia Shuma 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 488 kg more than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Kia Shuma. 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 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Kia Shuma. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Kia Shuma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2003 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Shuma |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
