2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 3 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Orlando. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Orlando 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2010 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Pacifica | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 16.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
