2001 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet S-10 and 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,424 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser (224 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | 2001 Chrysler PT Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | S-10 | PT Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2424 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2620 mm |
