2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (380 Nm @ 180 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | BT-50 | CL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 180 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2954 mm |