2005 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1997 Ford F-250
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 910 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet S-10 has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet S-10 | 1997 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | S-10 | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3490 mm |
