1997 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2006 Hyundai Trajet
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Trajet is newer by 9 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Trajet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Trajet should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 645 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 2006 Hyundai Trajet. 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, 2006 Hyundai Trajet (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Trajet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | 2006 Hyundai Trajet | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Tracker | Trajet |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2840 mm |
