1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 15 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1041 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (181 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tracker | T5 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3010 mm |
