2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet S-10 and 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 5 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | S-10 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2194 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2490 mm |