2003 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tracker. 2013 Ford F-150 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. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tracker | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tracker | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5603 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 3378 mm |
