2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2005 Ford Explorer

To start off, both 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 and 2005 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 366 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Ford Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Explorer 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 2005 Ford Explorer
Make Beijing Ford
Model BJ 2020 Explorer
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Size 2445 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 86 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 173 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2840 mm


 

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