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Chrysler Pacifica vs. Dodge Durango

In comparing the Chrysler Pacifica to the Dodge Durango, 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. The Dodge Durango has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Chrysler Pacifica versus the Dodge Durango, the two cars are fairly comparable.

Chrysler Pacifica versus Dodge Durango Pricing

A used 2008 Chrysler Pacifica ranges from $2,500 to $8,675 while a used 2008 Dodge Durango is priced between $3,225 to $11,301.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the Chrysler Pacifica’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Dodge Durango base engine makes 210 horsepower. The Pacifica is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 506 miles. The Durango is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 513 miles. Both models use gasoline.

Passenger Space Comparison

The Dodge Durango has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and front leg room. The Chrysler Pacifica has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space.

Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison

The Dodge Durango has the advantage of offering higher towing capacity, ground clearance, and payload capacity than the Chrysler Pacifica.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Dodge Durango has an average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.

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2008 Chrysler Pacifica

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$2,500 - $8,675

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

Pricing

New Asking Price:

-

Used Asking Price:

$3,225 - $11,301

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

41.9%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

Not available

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.1 / 10

Reliability:

8.5 / 10

Retained Value:

7.7 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

Not yet available

iSeeCars Rankings

5 / 61
5 / 25

Midsize SUVs with Best Resale Value

6 / 25

SUVs with 3 Rows with Best Resale Value

7 / 31
10 / 25
10 / 15
11 / 31
12 / 31
12 / 21
13 / 28
15 / 61
19 / 31
19 / 25

Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value

21 / 61
21 / 31
23 / 25
45 / 61
54 / 61

Summary 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.

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Summary Review

Like all Dodge products, the three-row Durango is notable for being big, bold, and performance-oriented (on SRT/Hellcat trims). The 710hp SRT Hellcat version is one of the most powerful SUVs ever created.

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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

  • Amazing performance in SRT and Hellcat trims
  • Luxury level content in Citadel and SRT trims
  • Three V8 engine choices

  • No green (hybrid/electric) option available
  • Aging platform

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Body Styles

SUV

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Flex Fuel, Gasoline

Trim Levels

Limited, LX, Touring

Trim Levels

Adventurer, Limited, SLT, SXT

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

Not yet available

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

3 years / 36000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

Not yet available

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

3 years / 36000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

Not yet available

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specifications

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 Specifications

Horsepower:

210 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque:

235 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.045 hp per pound

Towing Capacity:

6050 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:

3.7 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / 4WD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

14 / 19 / 16

Range (city/hwy):

378 / 513 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Gasoline

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

N/A

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

N/A

Android Auto:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Available

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Heated Seats:

Available

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Available

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

N/A

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

N/A

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

N/A

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

N/A

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Rear Seat Reminder:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

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:

40.8 inches

Front Leg Room:

41.4 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

59.4 inches

Rear Head Room:

39.3 inches

Rear Leg Room:

37.4 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

59.6 inches

Cargo Space:

20.1 cubic feet

Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:

102.4 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

175.1 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:

4647 lbs

Width:

76 inches

Height:

73.5 inches

Length:

200.8 inches

Wheelbase:

119.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

7.1 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:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

steel

Tire Size:

P245/70R17