2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2008 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 731 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Swift. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2008 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Mazda | Suzuki |
| Model | BT-50 | Swift |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
