2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2006 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2006 Ford Bantam is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Bantam weights approximately 1272 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.
Because 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Bantam. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Bantam. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2006 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Beijing | Ford |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
