2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Laguna (111 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 34 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna.
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 Renault Laguna, 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, 2001 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Tracker | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
