2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 6 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | BT-50 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |