2002 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2005 Dodge Magnum
To start off, 2005 Dodge Magnum is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Magnum (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Magnum should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Dodge Magnum (258 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tracker | 2005 Dodge Magnum | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tracker | Magnum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3050 mm |
