1998 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2002 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2002 Mahindra CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2002 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mahindra CL weights approximately 70 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker.
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, 2002 Mahindra CL (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mahindra CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Tracker | 2002 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | Tracker | CL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2040 mm |
