2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Pacifica and 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 327 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 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
Model | Pacifica | Discovery |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 2495 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 355 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 93 L |