2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2004 Ford F-150
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet S-10 and 2004 Ford F-150 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 367 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (343 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 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 | 2004 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3050 mm |
