2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2004 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Highlander 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 (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (230 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 322 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Highlander. (329 Nm). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2004 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Pacifica | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 73 L |
