2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. Both 2003 Chrysler Pacifica and 2005 Chrysler 300 are equipped with a 3,518 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (332 Nm). This means 2003 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
| Model | Pacifica | 300 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
