1997 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2003 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 6 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 164 kg more than 1997 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, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Tracker | 2003 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Tracker | Freelander |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |