2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2007 Dodge Nitro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Nitro (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
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, 2007 Dodge Nitro (359 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm). This means 2007 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Pacifica | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 74 L |
