2009 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Cobalt | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Cobalt | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
