2005 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Tracker and 2005 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta.

Because 2005 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 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Tracker 2005 Ford Fiesta
Make Chevrolet Ford
Model Tracker Fiesta
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1590 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 98 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 139 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2460 mm


 

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