2002 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 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), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (221 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Tracker. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Tracker | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracker | Touareg |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
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 | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2860 mm |