2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2008 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2008 Tata Sumo 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 (86 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Sumo weights approximately 296 kg more than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020.
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 Beijing BJ 2020 (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Sumo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2008 Tata Sumo | |
| Make | Beijing | Tata |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Sumo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
