2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2007 Dodge Ram

To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Pacifica and 2007 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 723 kg more than 2007 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 Ram (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chrysler Pacifica 2007 Dodge Ram
Make Chrysler Dodge
Model Pacifica Ram
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Crossover Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3952 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 407 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 2343 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 5840 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1870 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 3580 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 132 L


 

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