2009 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (130 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Corolla | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |