1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2010 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2010 Nissan Cube is newer by 11 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Cube 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 202 kg more than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Cube. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Cube. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Cube.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 2010 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | S-10 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
