2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2004 Subaru Outback
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 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Outback 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 94 kg more than 2004 Subaru Outback.
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, 2004 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. 2004 Subaru Outback has automatic transmission and 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2004 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Beijing | Subaru |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2660 mm |
