2001 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2008 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 7 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 23 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Lupo.
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, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo, 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, 2008 Volkswagen Lupo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tracker | 2008 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tracker | Lupo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2330 mm |
