2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2004 Infiniti I
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet S-10 and 2004 Infiniti I were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti I weights approximately 40 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.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Infiniti I. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. 2004 Infiniti I has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti I will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | 2004 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | S-10 | I |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |
