2002 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 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 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. 2006 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tracker | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Tracker | Forester |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2530 mm |
