Ford Explorer vs Chrysler Pacifica Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2004 catalog dimensions. Ford Explorer · Chrysler Pacifica
- Length189.5 in
- Height71.4 in
- Wheelbase113.8 in
- Curb weight4,306 lb – 4,480 lb
- Width72.1 in
- Chrysler Pacifica width79.3 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Explorer is 9.4 in shorter (189.5 in vs 198.9 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 7.2 in narrower (72.1 in vs 79.3 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 4.9 in taller (71.4 in vs 66.5 in)
- Wheelbase: Chrysler Pacifica has a 2.5 in longer wheelbase (113.8 in vs 116.3 in)
- Curb weight: Chrysler Pacifica is 186 lb heavier (4,393 lb vs 4,579 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Width: Ford Explorer is 7.2 in narrower (72.1 in vs 79.3 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 4.9 in taller (71.4 in vs 66.5 in)
- Length: Ford Explorer is 9.4 in shorter (189.5 in vs 198.9 in)
- Curb weight: Chrysler Pacifica is 186 lb heavier (4,393 lb vs 4,579 lb)
- Wheelbase: Chrysler Pacifica has a 2.5 in longer wheelbase (113.8 in vs 116.3 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 9.4 in Check garage fit for Ford Explorer · garage fit for Chrysler Pacifica
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is narrower by 7.2 in
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Explorer — Based on length × width (Ford Explorer)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Ford Explorer | Chrysler Pacifica | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 189.5 in | 198.9 in | 9.4 in |
| Width | 72.1 in | 79.3 in | 7.2 in |
| Height | 71.4 in | 66.5 in | 4.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 116.3 in | 2.5 in |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.9 in | — |
| Curb weight | 4,393 lb | 4,579 lb | 186 lb |
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