2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,258 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (465 HP) has 324 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (705 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6258 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 465 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 705 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Top Speed | 302 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
