2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Pacifica and 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 84 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (169 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 87 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 Volkswagen Touran. 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 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Pacifica | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1463 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |