2011 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda BT-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda BT-50 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda BT-50 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | BT-50 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1311 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
