2006 Toyota Aygo vs. 2003 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Aygo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Aygo | 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aygo | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3405 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1615 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3130 mm |
