1999 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2007 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2007 Kia Cerato is newer by 8 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cerato (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Tracker is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cerato, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Kia Cerato (246 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tracker | 2007 Kia Cerato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Tracker | Cerato |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2620 mm |
