2011 Honda Accord Crosstour vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is newer by 1 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 638 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 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour. 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, 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda BT-50. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour 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. 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Accord Crosstour | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Accord Crosstour | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1763 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2797 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
