2002 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 6 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Maverick (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Ford Maverick (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. 2008 Ford Maverick 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. 2008 Ford Maverick will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Tracker | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tracker | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
