2011 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2001 Honda Capa
To start off, 2011 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Capa would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 786 kg more than 2001 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Capa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Capa. 2001 Honda Capa has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda BT-50 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Capa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda BT-50 | 2001 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | BT-50 | Capa |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2370 mm |
