1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2004 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda FR-V 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 29 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2004 Honda FR-V. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2004 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | S-10 | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
