2010 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda BT-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda BT-50 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 707 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 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda BT-50 | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | BT-50 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
