2004 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2013 Lincoln MKZ
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKZ 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Lincoln MKZ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (296 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKZ should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lincoln MKZ weights approximately 440 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, 2013 Lincoln MKZ (366 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker. (221 Nm). This means 2013 Lincoln MKZ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Tracker | 2013 Lincoln MKZ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lincoln |
| Model | Tracker | MKZ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2116 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
