2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2009 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2009 Toyota Yaris 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 12 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 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Yaris. (103 Nm @ 4299 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2009 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Tracker | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4299 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
