2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 378 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pacifica | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 117 L |
