2010 Suzuki Kizashi vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50

To start off, both 2010 Suzuki Kizashi and 2010 Mazda BT-50 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 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 80 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.

Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. 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 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Suzuki Kizashi 2010 Mazda BT-50
Make Suzuki Mazda
Model Kizashi BT-50
Year Released 2010 2010
Body Type Sedan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2400 cc 2606 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 185 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1550 kg
Vehicle Height 1481 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 50 L


 

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