2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Chevrolet Equinox | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Equinox | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1741 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |