2004 Audi A6 vs. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, both 2004 Audi A6 and 2004 Chrysler Pacifica were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Audi A6. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi A6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 503 kg more than 2004 Audi A6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Audi A6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica (340 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi A6. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi A6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi A6 | 2004 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A6 | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
