2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2008 MG ZT-T
To start off, 2008 MG ZT-T 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 MG ZT-T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 MG ZT-T (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 MG ZT-T should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG ZT-T weights approximately 497 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 MG ZT-T (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 MG ZT-T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2008 MG ZT-T | |
| Make | Chevrolet | MG |
| Model | Tracker | ZT-T |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
