2004 BMW 118 vs. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, both 2004 BMW 118 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 123 more horse power than 2004 BMW 118. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 830 kg more than 2004 BMW 118. 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 BMW 118. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 118. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 118 | 2004 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 118 | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
