2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 2000 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 129 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 230 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute 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, 2000 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 2000 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
