2003 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2011 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 8 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, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 681 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | 2011 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Pacifica | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
