2005 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 2005 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet S-10 and 2005 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Taurus (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2005 Ford Taurus.
Because 2005 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Taurus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford Taurus (251 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet S-10 | 2005 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | S-10 | Taurus |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2650 mm |