2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 513 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
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, both vehicles can yield 339 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2008 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Pacifica | Edge |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
