2002 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1998 Hyundai Marcia
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Marcia would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Marcia (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Marcia should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Marcia.
Because 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Marcia. (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Marcia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | 1998 Hyundai Marcia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | S-10 | Marcia |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
