2004 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 5 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 345 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.
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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. 2009 Mercury Mariner 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. 2009 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Beijing | Mercury |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6550 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
