1999 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10

To start off, both 1999 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 283 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Impala.

Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Impala. 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 Chevrolet Impala (305 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. 1999 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1999 Chevrolet Impala 1999 Chevrolet S-10
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Impala S-10
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3786 cc 2196 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 118 HP
Torque 305 Nm 190 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Weight 1187 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3130 mm