2000 Fiat Palio vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 4,031 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2500 (204 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2000 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Palio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2004 Mazda B2500 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Palio. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Palio. 2004 Mazda B2500 has automatic transmission and 2000 Fiat Palio has manual transmission. 2000 Fiat Palio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mazda B2500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Fiat Palio | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Palio | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2990 mm |
