2002 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2002 Kia Towner

To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet S-10 and 2002 Kia Towner were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Kia Towner. (43 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Chevrolet S-10 2002 Kia Towner
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model S-10 Towner
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Pickup Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2196 cc 796 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 43 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1170 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 3370 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1410 mm
Vehicle Height 1620 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 3130 mm 1820 mm


 

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