2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest is newer by 5 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, 2013 Nissan Quest (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 423 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 (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Pacifica | Quest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
