2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 752 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Sienna. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Pacifica | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
