2005 Beijing BJ 2020 vs. 2012 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 446 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, 2012 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Beijing BJ 2020. 2012 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2012 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2020 | 2012 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Beijing | Porsche |
| Model | BJ 2020 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 2445 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2896 mm |
