2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2010 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2010 Toyota Sienna is newer by 2 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, 2010 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 122 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (356 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2010 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Pacifica | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1937 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
