2006 Ford GT vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT 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 346 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford GT. 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford GT | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | GT | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 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 | 1520 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |