2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Pacifica and 2008 Ford Crown Victoria were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (239 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1236 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | Pacifica | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |