2008 Ford Edge vs. 2001 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 7 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 363 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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, 2008 Ford Edge (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Edge | 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Edge | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3130 mm |
