1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 11 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 546 kg more than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Tracker | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
