2003 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2001 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (590 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 493 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2003 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, 2001 Volkswagen W12 (620 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tracker | 2001 Volkswagen W12 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracker | W12 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 590 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |