2009 Volkswagen Polo vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 341 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Polo | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 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 Weight | 1209 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
