Ford Explorer vs Chrysler Pacifica Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2006 catalog dimensions. Ford Explorer · Chrysler Pacifica
- Length193.4 in
- Height72.8 in
- Wheelbase113.7 in
- Curb weight4,440 lb – 4,706 lb
- Width73.7 in
- Chrysler Pacifica width79.3 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Explorer is 5.5 in shorter (193.4 in vs 198.9 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 5.6 in narrower (73.7 in vs 79.3 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 6.3 in taller (72.8 in vs 66.5 in)
- Wheelbase: Chrysler Pacifica has a 2.6 in longer wheelbase (113.7 in vs 116.3 in)
- Curb weight: Chrysler Pacifica is 6 lb heavier (4,573 lb vs 4,579 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Height: Ford Explorer is 6.3 in taller (72.8 in vs 66.5 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 5.6 in narrower (73.7 in vs 79.3 in)
- Length: Ford Explorer is 5.5 in shorter (193.4 in vs 198.9 in)
- Wheelbase: Chrysler Pacifica has a 2.6 in longer wheelbase (113.7 in vs 116.3 in)
- Curb weight: Chrysler Pacifica is 6 lb heavier (4,573 lb vs 4,579 lb)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 5.5 in Check garage fit for Ford Explorer · garage fit for Chrysler Pacifica
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is narrower by 5.6 in
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Explorer — Based on length × width (Ford Explorer)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Ford Explorer | Chrysler Pacifica | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 193.4 in | 198.9 in | 5.5 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 79.3 in | 5.6 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 66.5 in | 6.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 116.3 in | 2.6 in |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.9 in | — |
| Curb weight | 4,573 lb | 4,579 lb | 6 lb |
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