2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2012 Audi Q5
To start off, 2012 Audi Q5 is newer by 3 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, 2012 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2012 Audi Q5.
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, 2012 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 2012 Audi Q5 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. 2012 Audi Q5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2012 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | BT-50 | Q5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2807 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |