2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Volvo C70 is newer by 2 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, 2007 Volvo C70 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo C70 weights approximately 77 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 2007 Volvo C70. 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, 2007 Volvo C70 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. 2007 Volvo C70 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. 2007 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Beijing | Volvo |
| Model | BJ 2020 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
