2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
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 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B4000 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 95 kg more than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | BT-50 | B4000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2604 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 74 L |
