2004 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Pacifica 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) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 668 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Pacifica | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Pacifica | Forester |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2616 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
