2009 Fiat Croma vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2009 Fiat Croma is newer by 8 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2009 Fiat Croma.
Because 2001 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Fiat Croma. 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, 2009 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda B2500. (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda B2500. 2009 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda B2500 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda B2500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Croma | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Fiat | Mazda |
| Model | Croma | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2990 mm |
