1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1997 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | S-10 | Passat |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |