2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 1225 kg more than 2000 Honda City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (346 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda City has manual transmission. 2000 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2000 Honda City | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Pacifica | City |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2510 mm |
