2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 110 kg more than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Legacy. (319 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Pacifica | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
