2001 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2001 Dodge Neon
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet S-10 and 2001 Dodge Neon were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Neon. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Because 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Neon. 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 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Neon. (152 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | 2001 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | S-10 | Neon |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |
