2000 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. 1997 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tracker | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tracker | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3050 mm |
