Chrysler Pacifica vs. Chevrolet Suburban
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chrysler Pacifica and Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chrysler Pacifica and the Chevrolet Suburban.
In comparing the Chrysler Pacifica's and the Chevrolet Suburban's specifications and ratings, the Chrysler Pacifica has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. The Chevrolet Suburban has the advantage in the area of base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chrysler Pacifica's and the Chevrolet Suburban's specifications and ratings, the Chrysler Pacifica is a better car than the Chevrolet Suburban.
Pricing: A used 2008 Chrysler Pacifica ranges from $2,433 to $8,996 while a used 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is priced between $5,459 to $16,586.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chrysler Pacifica’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Suburban base engine makes 320 horsepower. The Pacifica is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 506 miles. The Suburban is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 620 miles.This gives the Chrysler Pacifica the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chevrolet Suburban the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Chrysler Pacifica has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more rear head room and rear leg room. The Chevrolet Suburban has the advantage in the areas of front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings: The Chevrolet Suburban has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,635
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$37,285
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Large SUVs)
$37,648
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Large SUVs)
$29,115 - $63,200
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$5,473
Price Range:
$2,433 - $8,996
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
3
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
129,382
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$10,119
Price Range:
$5,459 - $16,586
Category Avg Price:
(Large SUVs)
$11,466
Category Avg Price Range:
(Large SUVs)
$7,363 - $26,521
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
62
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
191,782
# Good or Great Deals:
15
Chrysler Pacifica Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Suburban Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.1 / 10
Reliability:
9.1 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chrysler Pacifica
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chevrolet Suburban
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
0.9
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.1
Typical Category Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
3.2
Category Range for Recalls:
(Large SUVs)
2.8 - 7.1
Chrysler Pacifica Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Suburban Rankings
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29 out of / 39Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Flex Fuel, Gasoline
Chrysler Pacifica Trim Levels
Limited, LX, Touring
Chevrolet Suburban Trim Levels
LS, LS 2500, LT, LT 2500, LTZ
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
320 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
340 foot-lbs @ 4200 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
7100 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
345 / 506 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4X2 / 4X4
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 20 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
434 / 620 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Satellite radio:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roof Rack:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Bluetooth:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
Available
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Trailer Hitch:
Standard
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
60.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
40.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
60.4 inches
Cargo Space:
43.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
92.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
157.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
41.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65.2 inches
Cargo Space:
45.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
137.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
137.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4355 lbs
Width:
79.3 inches
Height:
68.5 inches
Length:
198.5 inches
Wheelbase:
116.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
5613 lbs
Width:
79.1 inches
Height:
76.8 inches
Length:
222.4 inches
Wheelbase:
130 inches
Ground Clearance:
9.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P235/65R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Exterior Colors
Blue
Clearwater Blue Pearlcoat / Modern Blue Pearlcoat
Red
Inferno Red Crystal Pearlcoat
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat
White
Stone White Clearcoat
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Gold
Not available
Gray
Not available
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
Yellow
Not available
Exterior Colors
Blue
Blue Granite Metallic / Dark Blue Metallic
Red
Deep Ruby Metallic
Silver
Silver Birch Metallic
White
Summit White
Beige
Doeskin Tan
Black
Black
Gold
Gold Mist Metallic
Gray
Graystone Metallic
Green
Woodland Green
Orange
Tangier Orange
Yellow
Wheatland Yellow
Interior Colors
Gray
Pastel Slate Gray
Beige
Not available
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Light Titanium/Dark Titanium
Beige
Light Cashmere/Ebony
Black
Ebony
