1997 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 279 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, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tracker | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
