2003 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu (200 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (177 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Malibu | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Malibu | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3130 mm |
