2011 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4 vs. 2011 Mazda BT-50 XL-Cab
To start off, both 2011 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4 and 2011 Mazda BT-50 XL-Cab were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 XL-Cab (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 XL-Cab should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 XL-Cab weights approximately 316 kg more than 2011 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 XL-Cab (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 XL-Cab will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda BT-50 2.6i 4x4 | 2011 Mazda BT-50 XL-Cab | |
Make | Mazda | Mazda |
Model | BT-50 | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2606 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |