2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1998 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 2 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 120 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 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1998 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | GTV | Tracker |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
