2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2011 Ford Escape

To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Escape weights approximately 198 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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Tracker 2011 Ford Escape
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Tracker Escape
Year Released 2004 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2491 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 165 HP 171 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 221 Nm 232 Nm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 1498 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4437 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1806 mm
Vehicle Height 1670 mm 1725 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2619 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 66 L


 

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