1995 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (346 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Roadmaster | 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Roadmaster | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
