2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2007 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Terracan 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 62 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 697 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Terracan. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2007 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
| Model | Pacifica | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
