2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |