2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
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 Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (160 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 395 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
Model | Pacifica | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 87 L |