2004 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2005 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 184 kg more than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Legend. 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, 2005 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. 2005 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2005 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Beijing | Honda |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2920 mm |
