2010 BMW 120 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, both 2010 BMW 120 and 2010 Mazda BT-50 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 371 kg more than 2010 Mazda BT-50. 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 2010 BMW 120. 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 BMW 120 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50. 2010 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 BMW 120 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | BMW | Mazda |
Model | 120 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |