2001 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1997 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. (127 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 903 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Land Rover Discovery (321 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. (183 Nm). This means 1997 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tracker | 1997 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Tracker | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2550 mm |
