2012 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda BT-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda BT-50 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 6 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 5 Series. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda BT-50. 2013 BMW 5 Series has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 5 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda BT-50 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Mazda | BMW |
| Model | BT-50 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
