2002 Infiniti G20 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50

To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti G20. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti G20 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti G20 (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti G20 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 523 kg more than 2002 Infiniti G20.

Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Infiniti G20. 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti G20. (185 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti G20. 2002 Infiniti G20 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. 2002 Infiniti G20 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Infiniti G20 2012 Mazda BT-50
Make Infiniti Mazda
Model G20 BT-50
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 144 HP 141 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 330 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1343 kg 1866 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 70 L


 

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