2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 1998 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 474 kg more than 1998 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Plymouth Neon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1998 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | 1998 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Beijing | Plymouth |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
