2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2005 Ford Mustang.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Mustang. 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (434 Nm) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Mustang | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
