2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Pacifica and 2008 Honda Fit were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 144 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 (356 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Pacifica | Fit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 41 L |
