2000 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1189 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. 2010 Ford F-150 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. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5611 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2192 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1991 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3378 mm |
