2000 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 652 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. 2005 Nissan Pickup has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Pickup will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | S-10 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3210 mm |
