2006 Audi A3 vs. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2006 Audi A3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2006 Audi A3.
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, 2006 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi A3 | 2001 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
Make | Audi | Beijing |
Model | A3 | BJ 2020 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2445 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |