1997 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2006 Nissan Armada

To start off, 2006 Nissan Armada 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 5,555 cc, 2006 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1271 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, 2006 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Chevrolet Tracker 2006 Nissan Armada
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Tracker Armada
Year Released 1997 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1589 cc 5555 cc
Horse Power 96 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 139 Nm 522 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1236 kg 2507 kg
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 2010 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 3140 mm


 

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