2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1875 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | BT-50 | SL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
