2004 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Equinox | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |