1996 BMW 840 vs. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 275 kg more than 1996 BMW 840.
Because 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 840. 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 840 | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
