1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Wrangler | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 64 L |
