1998 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 373 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.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Accord. 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. 2013 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Chevrolet Tracker | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Tracker | Accord |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 274 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1603 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4805 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1436 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2725 mm |