2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2001 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Ford Explorer. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 92 kg more than 2001 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Explorer (320 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2001 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tracker | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3200 mm |
