2004 Ford F-150 vs. 2000 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Ford F-150 (343 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-150 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 3130 mm |
