2009 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2004 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (256 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (86 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider (323 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Beijing BJ 2020.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2004 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Beijing |
| Model | Spider | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 3195 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2310 mm |
