2003 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2000 Ford Escort
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Tracker is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ford Escort (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. 2000 Ford Escort has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Escort will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tracker | 2000 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tracker | Escort |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
