2011 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2001 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Smart ForFour would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Smart ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Smart ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 901 kg more than 2001 Smart ForFour. 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 2001 Smart ForFour. 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Smart ForFour. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Smart ForFour. 2001 Smart ForFour has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Smart ForFour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Mazda BT-50 | 2001 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Mazda | Smart |
Model | BT-50 | ForFour |
Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |