2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2010 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 735 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tundra.

Because 2010 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tundra 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, 2010 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chrysler Pacifica 2010 Toyota Tundra
Make Chrysler Toyota
Model Pacifica Tundra
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type Crossover Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3952 cc 4664 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 276 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 355 Nm 424 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 6 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1815 kg 1080 kg
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 5340 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 87 L 100 L


 

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