2002 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 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 170 kg more than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | S-10 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2450 mm |
