2004 Honda Civic 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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 712 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. 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 Civic. 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) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic. 2004 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2010 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 330 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1154 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |