2001 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Honda Civic, 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 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tracker | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tracker | Civic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
