2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2008 Ford E-350
To start off, 2008 Ford E-350 is newer by 5 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 917 kg more than 2008 Ford E-350.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Ford E-350 (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2008 Ford E-350 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Pacifica | E-350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 132 L |
