2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2000 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (187 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 494 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara. 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 Toyota Solara. 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 (339 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (283 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2000 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Pacifica | Solara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 283 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
