2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2002 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2002 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2002 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Beijing | Citroen |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
