2000 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 70 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer (542 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | S-10 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
