1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus
To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Tracker and 1996 Chrysler Cirrus were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chrysler Cirrus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chrysler Cirrus should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus weights approximately 198 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chrysler Cirrus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Chrysler Cirrus (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chrysler Cirrus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus has automatic transmission and 1996 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chrysler Cirrus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1996 Chrysler Cirrus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Tracker | Cirrus |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
