2009 BMW 550 vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, both 2009 BMW 550 and 2009 Mazda BT-50 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 550. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 550 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |