2007 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2013 Ford Flex
To start off, 2013 Ford Flex is newer by 6 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, 2013 Ford Flex (281 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (201 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Flex weights approximately 408 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford Flex (346 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | 2013 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Pacifica | Flex |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2256 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1726 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2994 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
