2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Pacifica | Frontier |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3200 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 | 80 L |