2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, both 2004 Mazda 2 and 2004 Chevrolet S-10 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. 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 Mazda 2. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | 2 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3130 mm |
