2001 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2002 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2002 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2002 Land Rover Freelander.
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, 2001 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Land Rover Freelander. (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | 2002 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | S-10 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| 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 | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2560 mm |
