1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
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 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 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 47 more horse power than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (178 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | S-10 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
