2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 161 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracker | Passat |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |