2001 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 5 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker.
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, 2006 Kia Sportage (241 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. (217 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tracker | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Tracker | Sportage |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2655 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
