1999 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Tracker. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Tracker | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tracker | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2855 mm |
