2010 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4 vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50 3.0 CRDi SLX
To start off, both 2010 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4 and 2010 Mazda BT-50 3.0 CRDi SLX were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 3.0 CRDi SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 3.0 CRDi SLX (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 3.0 CRDi SLX should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 3.0 CRDi SLX (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 3.0 CRDi SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4 | 2010 Mazda BT-50 3.0 CRDi SLX | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | BT-50 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 180 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |