1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2000 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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 115 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (62 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Samurai. (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2000 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | S-10 | Samurai |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
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 | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |