2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Microbus would be higher. At 2,553 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Microbus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Microbus weights approximately 360 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (221 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen Microbus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2002 Volkswagen Microbus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Tracker | Microbus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
