2009 Audi A3 vs. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020
To start off, 2009 Audi A3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 would be higher. At 2,445 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A3 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (87 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Audi A3 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Beijing BJ 2020. 2009 Audi A3 has automatic transmission and 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 has manual transmission. 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Audi A3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A3 | 2003 Beijing BJ 2020 | |
| Make | Audi | Beijing |
| Model | A3 | BJ 2020 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2445 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
