2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2004 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Tracker and 2004 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus IS weights approximately 27 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus IS. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (221 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus IS. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2004 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Tracker | IS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
