2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 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 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 21 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 444 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Tracker | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
