1999 Toyota Avalon vs. 2000 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 211 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Avalon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Avalon | 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avalon | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2982 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3130 mm |
