2011 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1158 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.
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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda BT-50. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda BT-50 | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | BT-50 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2604 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2283 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
