2000 Audi S3 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2000 Audi S3 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, 2000 Audi S3 (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S3 weights approximately 30 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, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi S3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S3 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S3 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 210 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3130 mm |
