2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Nissan Terrano. 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, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Pacifica | Terrano |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 21.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
