2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 478 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 2011 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Pacifica | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 2502 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 106 L |
