Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Chrysler Pacifica | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 253 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4100 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,954 mm | 2,619 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,042 mm | 4,437 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 2,014 mm | 1,806 mm | 1 mm |
Height | 1,689 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,046 kg | 1,601 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 | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,354 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 | 827 L | -459 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,235 L | 29.2 | -28.2 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 |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |