1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Yaris. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Yaris | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1364 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
