2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 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 3,951 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Pacifica | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3951 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
