2007 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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 167 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
