2003 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet Tracker and 2003 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (160 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 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, 2003 Mazda 3, 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, 2003 Mazda 3 (195 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. 2003 Mazda 3 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. 2003 Mazda 3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Tracker | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Tracker | 3 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2850 mm |