1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1998 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford F-150 (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 845 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.
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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. 1998 Ford F-150 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. 1998 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 1998 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tracker | F-150 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3050 mm |