2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1971 Citroen SM
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Citroen SM. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen SM weights approximately 150 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Citroen SM (235 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 1971 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1971 Citroen SM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Tracker | SM |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 89 L |
