2005 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Altima 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, 2010 Nissan Altima, 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (219 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Tracker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tracker | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Tracker | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2776 mm |
