2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 10 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 @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 411 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Pacifica | S60 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2776 mm |
