2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2008 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Pacifica and 2008 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 91 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (162 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 289 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2008 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Chrysler | Hyundai |
Model | Pacifica | Terracan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2162 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 | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |