2000 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Skoda Octavia (99 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Skoda Octavia 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia, 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. 2002 Skoda Octavia 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. 2002 Skoda Octavia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Tracker | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Tracker | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
