2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1998 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Laser 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 37 more horse power than 1998 Ford Laser. (128 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 Ford Laser. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Laser. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 1998 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tracker | Laser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
