Chrysler vs. Subaru
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Chrysler and Subaru contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Chrysler and Subaru cars.
When comparing the Chrysler brand to the Subaru brand, Chrysler has the advantage in the area of horsepower. Subaru has the advantage in the areas of new car pricing, used car pricing, depreciation, safety, retained value and variety of models offered.
Chrysler versus Subaru: Pricing and Value: Analyzing Chrysler versus Subaru pricing we see a lower new vehicle starting price for Subaru in 1 out of 1 vehicle comparisons. Subaru also has a lower used vehicle starting price in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Subaru models depreciate at a lower (better) rate in 1 out of 1 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Subaru, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Subaru the overall advantage over Chrysler.
Chrysler versus Subaru: Horsepower and Fuel Efficiency: Chrysler vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Both Chrysler and Subaru vehicles have the same MPG in 1 comparisons.
Chrysler versus Subaru: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings: Subaru has better safety ratings in 1 out of 1 comparisons. Subaru shows higher ratings for retained value in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
Safest Car Rankings:
Available Body Styles: Chrysler offers 1 sedan and 3 minivans. In comparison, Subaru offers 6 SUVs, 1 wagon, 3 sedans, and 1 coupe.
Drivetrain Options: Chrysler offers 3 gasoline vehicles and 1 plug-in hybrid. Subaru offers 8 gasoline vehicles, 1 plug-in hybrid, and 1 electric vehicle.
Chrysler offers 2 all-wheel-drive models, 3 front-wheel-drive models, and 1 rear-wheel-drive model. Subaru offers 8 all-wheel-drive models and 1 rear-wheel-drive model.
New Car Pricing
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
$40,976 - $58,780
New Car Pricing
Subaru Ascent
$39,525 - $51,240
Used Car Pricing
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
$38,681 - $81,566
Used Car Pricing
Subaru Ascent
$37,997 - $50,715
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
47.8%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Subaru Ascent
44.1%
Horsepower / Torque
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
287 hp / 262 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
Subaru Ascent
260 hp / 277 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
19 / 28 / 22
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Subaru Ascent
20 / 26 / 22
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
7.5 / 10
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Subaru Ascent
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
6.1 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Subaru Ascent
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Subaru Ascent
10 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Chrysler Pacifica (mini-van)
7.5 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Subaru Ascent
7.8 / 10
iSeeCars Safest Car Rankings
Chrysler Pacifica
#5 of 7 in
Safest Minivans
iSeeCars Safest Car Rankings
Subaru Ascent
#7 of 39 in
Safest SUVs with 3 Rows