2010 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2012 Volvo C70
To start off, 2012 Volvo C70 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. Both 2010 Mazda BT-50 and 2012 Volvo C70 are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2012 Volvo C70.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C70. 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volvo C70. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volvo C70. 2012 Volvo C70 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 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda BT-50 | 2012 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | BT-50 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
