2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, both 2007 Chrysler Pacifica and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,951 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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.

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2007 Chrysler Pacifica 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Chrysler Suzuki
Model Pacifica Grand Vitara
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3951 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 126 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 2900 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 2900 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2490 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.4 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 66 L