2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (380 Nm @ 180 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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. 2013 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | BT-50 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 180 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 4180 mm |