2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1994 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
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, 1994 Porsche 911 (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | 1994 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | S-10 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |
