1998 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 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 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 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 Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Tracker | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tracker | Murano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
