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 66 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 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 836 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B4000. (323 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B4000.
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 | 2500 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
