2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1997 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1997 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 946 kg more than 1997 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Skoda Felicia. 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 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Skoda Felicia. (95 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1997 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Mazda | Skoda |
| Model | BT-50 | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
