2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2003 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda 2 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) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 786 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. 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 2003 Mazda 2. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2003 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | BT-50 | 2 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
