2000 Seat Salsa vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster 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 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Seat Salsa | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Seat | Mazda |
Model | Salsa | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2791 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 180 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |