1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 5 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 33 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2004 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) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (202 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1221 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2720 mm |
