2004 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (190 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla 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 185 kg more than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Because 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Corolla. 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 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Corolla. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | 2007 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | S-10 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2194 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
