2004 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2003 Skoda Octavia
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 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Octavia 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 360 kg more than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Octavia. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2003 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Beijing | Skoda |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2520 mm |
