2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1996 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1996 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 343 kg more than 1996 Skoda Felicia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 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 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Skoda Felicia, 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, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Skoda Felicia. (100 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1996 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
| Model | Tracker | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2460 mm |
