1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2009 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger is newer by 10 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, 2009 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 478 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ranger. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2009 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | Ranger |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3200 mm |
