1997 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 446 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life. 2002 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tracker | Life |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2370 mm |
