2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Pacifica and 2007 Lexus LS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 285 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.
Because 2007 Lexus LS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2007 Lexus LS | |
Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
Model | Pacifica | LS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3951 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 84 L |