2006 Smart ForFour vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 900 kg more than 2006 Smart ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (92 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Smart | Mazda |
Model | ForFour | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
Torque | 92 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |