2002 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (380 Nm @ 180 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2002 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 180 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |