2002 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 115 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | S-10 | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
