2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 230 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Pacifica | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3250 mm |
