2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 5 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Fusion (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tracker weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 Ford Fusion.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Fusion (278 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Tracker | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
