2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2006 Hummer H1
To start off, 2006 Hummer H1 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 6,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Hummer H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hummer H1 (300 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H1 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hummer H1 weights approximately 739 kg more than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Hummer H1 (705 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Hummer H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2006 Hummer H1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Hummer |
| Model | Pacifica | H1 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 6604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 195 L |
