2004 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 4 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento 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 295 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. 2008 Kia Sorento 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. 2008 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Beijing | Kia |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2720 mm |
