2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, both 2009 Mazda BT-50 and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (158 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | BT-50 | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 180 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2340 mm |
