2007 Fiat Stilo vs. 2002 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda B2500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda B2500 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2002 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Because 2002 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Stilo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mazda B2500 (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Stilo. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Stilo | 2002 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Stilo | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2990 mm |
