2004 BMW 545 vs. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 545 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 545 | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
