2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan NP300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan NP300 would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan NP300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (205 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Nissan | Mazda |
| Model | NP300 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
