2002 Peugeot 307 vs. 2002 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, both 2002 Peugeot 307 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 2,196 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 44 more horse power than 2002 Peugeot 307. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2002 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 307. 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 Peugeot 307. 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 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 307. (120 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 307. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 2002 Peugeot 307 has manual transmission. 2002 Peugeot 307 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 Peugeot 307 | 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Chevrolet |
| Model | 307 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3130 mm |
