2003 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 3 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 245 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle 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 | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2870 mm |
