1997 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 11 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 372 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Tracker | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Tracker | Forester |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |