2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet S-10 and 2003 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 469 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. 2003 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Chevrolet S-10 | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | S-10 | Explorer |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 4014 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3490 mm |