2011 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Fiat Croma. 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 2012 Fiat Croma 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. 2012 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda BT-50 | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Mazda | Fiat |
| Model | BT-50 | Croma |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
