2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 3 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (143 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 102 kg more than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Beijing | Suzuki |
| Model | BJ 2020 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
