2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 284 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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 Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.4 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
