2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 476 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. 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 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pacifica | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2068 kg | 2544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 22.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
