2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 2,987 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 998 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tracker | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
