2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1996 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 82 kg more than 1996 Volvo S40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (221 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo S40. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Tracker | S40 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1218 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
