2006 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (157 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 400 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. 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 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Camry | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Camry | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2498 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
