2002 Isuzu D-MAX vs. 2002 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, both 2002 Isuzu D-MAX and 2002 Chevrolet S-10 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Isuzu D-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu D-MAX should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX weights approximately 375 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.
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 Isuzu D-MAX (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Isuzu D-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet S-10. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 2002 Isuzu D-MAX has manual transmission. 2002 Isuzu D-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Isuzu D-MAX | 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Chevrolet |
| Model | D-MAX | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3130 mm |
