2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2009 Infiniti M
To start off, 2009 Infiniti M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti M (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 151 kg more than 2009 Infiniti M.
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, both vehicles can yield 355 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2009 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | Pacifica | M |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
