2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Mazda BT-50 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (380 Nm @ 180 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BT-50 | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2148 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 180 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
