2010 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2002 Honda Z
To start off, 2010 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Z would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 906 kg more than 2002 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Z. (60 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Z. 2002 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mazda BT-50 | 2002 Honda Z | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | BT-50 | Z |
Year Released | 2010 | 2002 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |