2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Pacifica | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 87 L |
