1995 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 16 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 288 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Exige. 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Tracker | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
| Model | Tracker | Exige |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2299 mm |
