2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2009 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen CC 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 419 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2009 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2009 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pacifica | CC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
