2001 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra

To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Tracker and 2001 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker.

Because 2001 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 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Elantra, 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, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Chevrolet Tracker 2001 Hyundai Elantra
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Tracker Elantra
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 1975 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 139 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 3860 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2620 mm


 

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