2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Seat Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Seat Salsa would be higher. At 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 445 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Mazda | Seat |
| Model | BT-50 | Salsa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2604 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
