2001 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2012 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2012 Dodge Ram is newer by 11 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 6,690 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2012 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Ram will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tracker | 2012 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tracker | Ram |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 6690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3013 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 827 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 6300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 4080 mm |
