2004 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Pacifica and 2004 Mazda 6 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 90 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 6. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 560 kg more than 2004 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler Pacifica | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Pacifica | 6 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |