1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 4 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 63 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, 2000 Volkswagen Beetle (305 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm). This means 2000 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 2000 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tracker | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |
