2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser
To start off, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 4 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 230 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 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, 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Pacifica | FJ Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 72 L |
