1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1998 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Focus 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 49 more horse power than 1998 Ford Focus. (128 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1998 Ford Focus. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Focus. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1998 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
