2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 300 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet S-10.
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, 1998 Nissan Pickup (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | S-10 | Pickup |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2960 mm |