2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Pacifica and 2005 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 757 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (237 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Pacifica | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 76 L |
