2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 543 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Highlander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Pacifica | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 73 L |
