1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 390 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. 2006 Honda Accord 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. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Tracker | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2680 mm |