2010 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, both 2010 Mazda BT-50 and 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 29 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (94 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. 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 Chevrolet Lacetti. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda BT-50 | 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | BT-50 | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
