1998 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2005 Citroen Picasso
To start off, 2005 Citroen Picasso is newer by 7 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (94 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Picasso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Picasso weights approximately 85 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Picasso. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Picasso. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Picasso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Tracker | 2005 Citroen Picasso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Tracker | Picasso |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |
