2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda BT-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda BT-50 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 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 2010 BMW 325. 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | BT-50 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
