2001 Hyundai Coupe vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (115 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 631 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Coupe | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Coupe | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
