2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2004 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 20 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, 2004 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan X-Trail 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 | 2004 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | S-10 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2630 mm |
