2005 Acura RL vs. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 140 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 2005 Acura RL. 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Acura | Chrysler |
| Model | RL | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 87 L |
