2000 Audi A4 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 1 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 27 more horse power than 2000 Audi A4. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2000 Audi A4. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi A4. (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |
