2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2002 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 95 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2002 Vauxhall Frontera 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2002 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Chrysler | Vauxhall |
| Model | Pacifica | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2470 mm |
