2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 172 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Falcon | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3130 mm |
