2002 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Smart ForTwo 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 101 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1051 kg more than 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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 2002 Smart ForTwo. 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Smart ForTwo | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Smart | Mazda |
| Model | ForTwo | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 135 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 19.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 3.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 70 L |
