1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 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 32 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (145 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | S-10 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2680 mm |
