1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2006 Ford F-350 is newer by 7 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-350 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-350 weights approximately 216 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3490 mm |
