2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 7 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 20 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.
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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Pacifica | X6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 85 L |
