2011 Kia Borrego vs. 2001 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2011 Kia Borrego is newer by 10 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Borrego 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 180 kg more than 2011 Kia Borrego.
Because 2001 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Borrego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2011 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Kia Borrego | 2001 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Kia | Chevrolet |
| Model | Borrego | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3130 mm |
