2007 Audi A4 vs. 2001 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet S-10 would be higher. At 3,121 cc, 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3121 cc | 2196 cc |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |
