2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2001 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada Samara II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada Samara II 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 348 kg more than 2001 Lada Samara II. 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, 2001 Lada Samara II, 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Samara II. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2001 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Tracker | Samara II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
