2012 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2012 Mazda BT-50 and 2012 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (136 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mazda BT-50 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | BT-50 | B |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2699 mm |