2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1999 Nissan President
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan President weights approximately 270 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1999 Nissan President (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 1999 Nissan President | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Pacifica | President |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3040 mm |
