2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2004 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 955 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2004 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2425 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3130 mm |
