2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet S-10 and 2004 Mazda B2300 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda B2300 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2300 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 104 kg more than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda B2300. 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 Mazda B2300 (206 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B2300 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 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | S-10 | B2300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2840 mm |