{"id":92880,"date":"2022-03-23T15:43:58","date_gmt":"2022-03-23T20:43:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.movemobility.ca\/?p=92880"},"modified":"2025-06-18T11:22:29","modified_gmt":"2025-06-18T16:22:29","slug":"chrysler-pacifica-vs-p3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.movemobility.ca\/fr\/resources\/chrysler-pacifica-vs-p3\/","title":{"rendered":"Accessible Van Comparison: BraunAbility Chrysler Pacifica vs. MoveMobility P3"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n
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When researching wheelchair-accessible vehicles, organizations often compare minivan-based conversions like the Chrysler Pacifica<\/a> from BraunAbility with full-size walk-in vans such as the MoveMobility P3<\/a>. Each vehicle is built for different use cases, passenger needs, and accessibility goals.<\/p>\r\n

It\u2019s not easy to understand the differences between the vans without a side-by-side comparison.<\/p>\r\n

The Chrysler Pacifica is a Side Entry commercial minivan<\/a> conversion by BraunAbility. The P3 is a Side Entry commercial van with a patent-pending conversion design by MoveMobility, built on the Ram Promaster.<\/p>\r\n

To help you understand the pros and cons of each accessible van, we\u2019re pleased to share a comparison. MoveMobility manufactures the P3 van, but we believe that the Pacifica is also a great option. Our goal is for you to understand the options so that you can make an educated decision.<\/p>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n

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Overall Van Features<\/h3>\r\n

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Vehicle type<\/td>\r\nChrysler Pacifica<\/td>\r\nRam Promaster Low Roof 136″ Wheelbase (smallest model of full-size van)<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Conversion type<\/td>\r\nSide entry minivan-based, low-floor conversion\u00a0<\/td>\r\nSide entry, power or manual ramp with power opening transit doors<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Operation<\/td>\r\nRamp-based access (manual or powered)<\/td>\r\nPower ramp and power doors can be operated from driver dash. Manual ramp is operated by driver.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Barrier-free entry<\/td>\r\nUp to 57\u2033 door height (varies by model)<\/td>\r\nYes; door and ramp can be operated by driver for independent mobility access<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Flexible floor system<\/td>\r\n\u00a0~98\u2033 long, ~34\u2033\u201359\u2033 wide (depending on model)<\/td>\r\nYes; full flexibility for wheelchair and seat layouts with AutoFloor<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Seating type<\/td>\r\nRemovable front, flip-down, foldable bench<\/td>\r\nLightweight, wipe-clean removeable seating on wheels<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Door type<\/td>\r\nSide-entry (Infloor, Foldout, XT); Rear-entry<\/td>\r\nPowered bus-style transit leaf doors, operated from driver dash<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Ease of curb access<\/td>\r\nInfloor (flat); foldout (deploys onto curb); rear (requires space behind)<\/td>\r\nDriver pulls up beside curb (glass doors allow curb visibility from driver seat), opens door and deploys ramp from dash<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Fuel economy<\/td>\r\n19 MPG City, 28 MPG highway, Combined 22 MPG<\/td>\r\nRam Promaster 1500: 19 MPG City, 25 MPG Highway. Combined 21 MPG*<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n
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Van Dimensions and Capacity<\/h3>\r\n

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\u00a0<\/th>\r\nBraunAbility Chrysler Pacifica<\/th>\r\nMoveMobility P3<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n
Passenger capacity<\/td>\r\nUp to 6 passengers (varies by configuration)<\/td>\r\nUp to 8<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Wheelchair capacity<\/td>\r\n1\u20132 wheelchairs<\/td>\r\n3<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Ramp width & capacity<\/td>\r\nUp to 34\u2033 wide, 1,000 weight capacity<\/td>\r\n34\u201d wide, 600 lb manual ramp\/1,000 lb powered ramp<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Door opening height<\/td>\r\nUp to 57\u2033 (depending on model)<\/td>\r\n57\u201d<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Interior height<\/td>\r\nUp to 60\u2033 (XT model)<\/td>\r\n63.5\u201d<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Usable length of floor space from back of driver area to rear of vehicle<\/td>\r\nApprox. 98.5\u2033<\/td>\r\n118\u201d<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Vehicle length<\/td>\r\n204.3\u2033 (17 feet)<\/td>\r\nApprox. 213″<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n

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Location of manufacture<\/td>\r\nStellantis\u2019s Windsor Assembly, Windsor, Ontario<\/td>\r\nWinnipeg, MB and Mississauga, ON, Canada<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Purchase\/delivery process<\/td>\r\nDealer-guided financing and conversion steps<\/span><\/td>\r\nManufactured and delivered to your location from MoveMobility\u2019s Winnipeg and Mississauga facilities<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Availability<\/td>\r\nRelies on chassis being sent to BraunAbility by a dealer, or BraunAbility having stock<\/td>\r\nRelies on MoveMobility\u2019s vehicle inventory dedicated to P3 manufacturing<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Typical lead time (at time of publish)<\/td>\r\nCurrently unavailable<\/td>\r\n10-16 weeks*<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n
Approximate price range<\/td>\r\n$45,000\u2013$90,000 for new van<\/td>\r\n$142,000 to $180,000<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n
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As you can see, comparing the Pacifica to the P3 is like comparing apples to oranges. While the vans are similar in exterior size, they offer different levels of accessibility.<\/p>\r\n

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Whether the Pacifica or P3 is right for you will depend on:<\/p>\r\n

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The Chrysler Pacifica\u2019s availability depends on dealer stock and manufacturer lead times, which can vary by model and location.
P3 vans are in stock at MoveMobility and available for conversion with shorter lead times.<\/p>\r\n

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The Pacifica offers some flexibility, including removable front seats and options for mid-row seating or wheelchair securement.
The P3 features a full AutoFloor system, allowing you to reposition seats and wheelchairs anywhere along the cabin.<\/p>\r\n

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