Chrysler Pacifica vs Honda Odyssey

McGrath Compares the Chrysler Pacifica and Honda Odyssey

The Chrysler Pacifica and Honda Odyssey face off in a scene that's become increasingly competitive despite the emergence of SUVs and crossovers as a choice of many families looking for more versatility. That desire for a more all-purpose family vehicle has pushed the modern minivan to become so much more than the hapless grocery-getter of yesteryear. Nowhere is that more apparent than in the all-new Chrysler Pacifica, and nowhere will you find a dealer more committed to the safety and satisfaction of your family than here in Cedar Rapids, IA with the McGrath Family of Dealerships!

The first question that comes to almost everyone's mind when it comes to minivans is simple: "How much room?". While both are comparable and boast the ability to comfortably seat 8 passengers, the Honda Odyssey comes out on top with 172.6 cubic feet of passenger room to the Pacifica's 165 cubic feet. Odyssey also bests the Pacifica in terms of cargo room available behind the third row seating with 38.4 cubic feet vs Pacifica's 32.3. But when you factor in Chrysler's innovative Stow 'n Go® Seating, which enables you to stow away both the second and third row seats, and the Pacifica's 243 different interior & seating configurations that adapt to any cargo & passenger situation, Odyssey's additional room nearly becomes a moot point.

Both vehicles are also closely matched in terms of creative solutions to problems families on-the-go face on a regular basis. With storage and cup holders available in every nook and cranny, as well as available power sliding doors and a laundry list of entertainment features, both vans feature handy built-in vacuum systems that reach every inch of their respective interiors. But what really separates the Pacifica from the Odyssey and the rest of its competition has to be the whisper-quiet cabin noise and attention paid to refining the fit and finish of the interior itself, giving the van a luxury feel with high-end quality materials you won't find anywhere else.

A category the Pacifica and Odyssey find themselves once again neck and neck is performance. With near equivalent output in terms of engine size, fuel efficiency and tow capacity, the Pacifica once again steps up to the plate and sets itself apart from the pack. While a "thrilling driving experience" isn't exactly the first thing that comes to mind with most drivers in regards to the minivan segment, Chrysler's new family ride delivers a class-leading 287 horsepower and an impressive 262 lb-ft of torque, translated to the road through an ultra-smooth 9-speed automatic transmission. This elite combination gives the Pacifica a responsive and usable thrust that makes the van both a safe and enjoyable experience behind the wheel.