2012 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2011 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Holden Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Holden Captiva would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Holden Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Holden Captiva should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2011 Holden Captiva.
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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Holden Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mazda BT-50 | 2011 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Mazda | Holden |
Model | BT-50 | Captiva |
Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |