2005 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura MDX would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 583 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | MDX | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 87 L |
