2007 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Grande Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Grande Punto | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2990 mm |
