2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 9 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 38 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.
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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Tracker | Patriot |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 97 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1373 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 51 L |
