2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail

To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 282 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 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Tracker 2008 Nissan X-Trail
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Tracker X-Trail
Year Released 2004 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 2184 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 97 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 139 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.1 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 16.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1318 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 60 L


 

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