2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2013 Honda Civic
To start off, 2013 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda BT-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda BT-50 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Civic weights approximately 272 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 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 2013 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2013 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | BT-50 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
