1997 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2010 Seat Exeo
To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 13 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Exeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Seat Exeo (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Seat Exeo should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Exeo weights approximately 164 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 2010 Seat Exeo. 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Tracker | 2010 Seat Exeo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Seat |
| Model | Tracker | Exeo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1772 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2642 mm |
