2004 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Golf | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Golf | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3010 mm |
