2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 34 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (221 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Tracker | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
