1999 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tracker | 2003 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Tracker | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
