2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 9 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, 2012 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (254 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 410 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Pacifica | Accord |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |