Chrysler Pacifica vs Ford Explorer
The Chrysler Pacifica is more fuel-efficient at 17 MPG combined, against 16 MPG for the Ford Explorer. At EPA assumptions that is about $250 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chrysler Pacifica | Ford Explorer | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 1,332 | 1,647 |
| Most reported problem | Body & structure | Body & structure |
| Crashes and fires | 51 and 42 | 69 and 21 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 98,000 miles | 65,000 miles |
| Recalls | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 17 MPG | 16 MPG |
| City and highway | 15 and 21 | 14 and 19 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $3,950 | $4,200 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 1,332 complaints for the Chrysler Pacifica and 1,647 for the Ford Explorer. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 2 for the Chrysler Pacifica, 0 for the Ford Explorer.