1997 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 8 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (101 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma weights approximately 153 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.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma (215 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | 2005 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Tracker | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
