2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. 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 2012 Nissan Qashqai. 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | BT-50 | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
