2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 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 38 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. (215 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 294 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
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 Mercedes-Benz GL (540 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pacifica | GL |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
