1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1996 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 306 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Peugeot 306 (167 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 16 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 306.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Peugeot 306. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Tracker 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, 1996 Peugeot 306 (197 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 1996 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Tracker | 306 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2590 mm |
