2005 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Tracker and 2005 Volkswagen Passat were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,967 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
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 Volkswagen Passat, 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 Volkswagen Passat (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Tracker | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Tracker | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2690 mm |