2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2007 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2007 Kia Sorento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sorento weights approximately 714 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Sorento. 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, 2007 Kia Sorento (354 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 2007 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. 2007 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2007 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Kia |
| Model | Tracker | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
