2000 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Contour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Contour would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour 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, 1999 Ford Contour, 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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. 1999 Ford Contour 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. 1999 Ford Contour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Tracker | 1999 Ford Contour | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tracker | Contour |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2710 mm |