2004 Honda City 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 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda City would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda City. 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 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda City | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | City | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3010 mm |