2004 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 9 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (151 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 2604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 206 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 8.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |