1999 Audi A2 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, both 1999 Audi A2 and 1999 Chevrolet S-10 were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A2 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Audi A2.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Audi A2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1999 Audi A2 (320 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A2 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A2 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3130 mm |
