2010 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2012 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50.
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, 2012 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (380 Nm @ 180 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50. 2012 Nissan Xterra 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 Nissan Xterra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda BT-50 | 2012 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | BT-50 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 180 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
