Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Chrysler Pacifica | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 253 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4100 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,954 mm | 2,621 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,042 mm | 4,442 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 2,014 mm | 1,781 mm | 1 mm |
Height | 1,689 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,046 kg | 1,562 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 87 L | 62 L | 25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,026 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,544 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,016 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,537 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,430 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,013 mm | 904 mm | -903 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 0 mm | 899 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,473 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,064 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 759 mm | 0 mm | 759 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 368 L | 830 L | -462 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,235 L | 29.3 | -28.3 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,251 L | 1,877 L | 1 L |
2008 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great room for my 6 foot frame see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adjustable for long drives. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Even my wife, an ample woman with recent back surgery, is very comfortable. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
my kids prefer driving in the car because of the bucket seats and comfort see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seats in this car (the two-row version) really are designed for adults; legroom is incomparable. Be aware that in the three-row version, the second row seats are moved forward to accomodate the third row, so there is less second row legroom. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seat... great option, but difficult to get to and not really big enough for adults. Seats two kids without a problem though. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |