1996 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 16 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 100 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Tracker. 2012 Toyota Tundra 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. 2012 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Chevrolet Tracker | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Tracker | Tundra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3710 mm |