2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 56 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2011 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Pacifica | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1939 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
