2000 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1997 Kia Joice

To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Kia Joice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Kia Joice would be higher. At 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker.

Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice, 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Tracker 1997 Kia Joice
Make Chevrolet Kia
Model Tracker Joice
Year Released 2000 1997
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 1977 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 135 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 139 Nm 188 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2730 mm


 

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