2002 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet S-10 and 2002 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 15 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Saab 05-Sep. 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 Saab 05-Sep (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. 2002 Saab 05-Sep has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | 2002 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saab |
| Model | S-10 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2710 mm |
