2000 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 9 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (172 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape 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, 2009 Ford Escape (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Tracker. 2009 Ford Escape 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. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Chevrolet Tracker | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Tracker | Escape |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2976 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6550 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |