1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 6 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 117 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | S-10 | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
