2011 SsangYong Kyron vs. 2003 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 8 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 427 kg more than 2003 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet S-10.
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2011 SsangYong Kyron | 2003 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | SsangYong | Chevrolet |
Model | Kyron | S-10 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3130 mm |