2004 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Pacifica and 2004 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2004 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Pacifica | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Pacifica | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2091 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 88 L |
