2020 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2020 Honda Odyssey
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica and 2020 Honda Odyssey contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica and the 2020 Honda Odyssey.
When comparing the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica's and the 2020 Honda Odyssey's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, interior volume and base engine power. The 2020 Honda Odyssey has the advantage in the area of resale value. The 2020 Chrysler Pacifica and 2020 Honda Odyssey have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica's and the 2020 Honda Odyssey's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica is a better car than the 2020 Honda Odyssey.
Pricing: A used 2020 Chrysler Pacifica ranges from $14,264 to $30,676 while a used 2020 Honda Odyssey is priced between $20,512 to $36,259.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica loses 54.7 percent of its value and the 2020 Honda Odyssey loses 43.4 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Honda Odyssey retains 11.3 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica’s base engine makes 287 horsepower, and the 2020 Honda Odyssey base engine makes 280 horsepower. Both the Pacifica and the Odyssey are rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 532 and 546 miles respectively. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are minivans, the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room. The 2020 Honda Odyssey has the advantage in the areas of front head room, rear leg room and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2020 Chrysler Pacifica and the 2020 Honda Odyssey have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Overview
Considered by many the gold standard of minivans, the Honda Odyssey enjoys a reputation for quality, reliability, refinement, and safety that's virtually unmatched in the segment. That said, the Chrysler Pacifica, too, has a few tricks up its sleeve. Competitive advantages for the Pacifica include an optional, fuel-efficient plug-in hybrid (PHEV) powertrain, available all-wheel drive, and an outstanding Uconnect infotainment system. However, the pricing advantage goes to the Odyssey; a new base-model Odyssey costs about $5K less than the cheapest Pacifica. The two vans' engine size, horsepower, and tow ratings are comparable, though the Odyssey offers one additional gear in its transmission (the Pacifica PHEV uses a continuously variable transmission or CVT). Despite not offering blind-spot warning with cross-traffic alert as standard on the entry-level LX, the Odyssey earns a Top Safety Pick+ rating from the IIHS. Yet even the Odyssey's optional larger infotainment system touchscreen can't match the size or intuitive interface of the Pacifica's standard unit.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
34045
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
27611
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
23080 - 34045
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
30790
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Minivans)
27611
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Minivans)
23080 - 34045
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
21886
Price Range:
14264 - 30676
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
20948
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
16706 - 32070
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
576
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
89865
# Good or Great Deals:
300
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
28317
Price Range:
20512 - 36259
Category Avg Price:
(Minivans)
20948
Category Avg Price Range:
(Minivans)
16706 - 32070
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
354
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
79798
# Good or Great Deals:
201
Chrysler Pacifica Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Honda Odyssey Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
8.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Chrysler Pacifica
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Minivans)
4.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Minivans)
2.1 - 8.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Honda Odyssey
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
8.4
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Minivans)
4.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Minivans)
2.1 - 8.4
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0.385
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.875524914147673
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
0.9 - 28.0
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
28.020063745181716
Typical Category Recalls:
(Minivans)
2.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Minivans)
0.9 - 28.0
Chrysler Pacifica Rankings
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7 out of / 7Summary Review
The Chrysler Pacifica was a large crossover SUV during the 2000s before Chrysler brought it back as a minivan. Our coverage here is dedicated to the minivan that started production in 2016 as a 2017 and later model year vehicle.
Summary Review
The Honda Odyssey is one of America’s most popular minivans and a top seller in the Honda line. Now in its fifth generation, the Odyssey is known as a reliable, comfortable family vehicle.
Pros and Cons
- Unique plug-in hybrid powertrain available
- All-wheel-drive available on new models
- IIHS Top Safety Pick (2017-2020)
- AWD and the plug-in powertrain cannot be combined
Pros and Cons
- Quiet, smooth ride
- V6 power in all trims
- Engaging driving dynamics
- Compact spare on all trims (2022)
- No green powertrain option
- AWD not available
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Body Styles
Minivan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Chrysler Pacifica Trim Levels
Launch Edition, Limited, Limited 35th Anniversary, Limited Red S, Touring, Touring L, Touring L 35th Anniversary, Touring L Plus, Touring L Plus 35th Anniversary
2020 Honda Odyssey Trim Levels
Elite, EX, EX-L, EX-L w/Navi w/RES, LX, Touring
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
287 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.066 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
280 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
262 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.064 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
361 / 532 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 28 / 22
Range (city/hwy):
371 / 546 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power Lift Gate:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Available
Apple CarPlay:
Available
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Captain's seat:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Roof Rack:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Wifi:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Internet Radio:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
63 inches
Cargo Space:
32.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
87.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
197.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
63.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
61.6 inches
Cargo Space:
32.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
87.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
196.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4330 lbs
Width:
90.4 inches
Height:
69.9 inches
Length:
204.3 inches
Wheelbase:
121.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4398 lbs
Width:
92.3 inches
Height:
68.3 inches
Length:
203.2 inches
Wheelbase:
118.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
Jazz Blue Pearl Coat / Ocean Blue Metallic Clear Coat
Gray
Ceramic Grey Clear Coat / Granite Crystal Metallic Clear Coat / Maximum Steel Metallic Clear Coat
Red
Velvet Red Pearl Coat
Silver
Billet Silver Metallic Clear Coat
White
Bright White Clear Coat / Luxury White Pearl Coat
Exterior Colors
Black
Not available
Blue
Obsidian Blue Pearl
Gray
Modern Steel Metallic
Red
Not available
Silver
Lunar Silver Metallic
White
Platinum White Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Black / Black/Alloy
Gray
Cognac/Alloy
Beige
Not available
Brown
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Gray
Beige
Beige
Brown
Mocha
