2004 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2001 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 585 kg more than 2001 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica (340 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Highlander. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Pacifica | 2001 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Pacifica | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 73 L |
