2007 Acura RL vs. 2001 Chevrolet Tracker
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Tracker would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 388 kg more than 2001 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, 2007 Acura RL (348 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. (183 Nm). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Tracker has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Tracker will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 2001 Chevrolet Tracker | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RL | Tracker |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 127 HP |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1187 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2490 mm |
