2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2004 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Daewoo Kalos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Daewoo Kalos 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 4 more horse power than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. 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 2004 Daewoo Kalos. 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daewoo Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2004 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Beijing | Daewoo |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
