2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 596 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. 2008 Volvo XC90 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. 2008 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Beijing | Volvo |
| Model | BJ 2020 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2860 mm |
