2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Pacifica and 2005 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac G6. (197 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 614 kg more than 2005 Pontiac G6. 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 Pontiac G6. 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 (346 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | Pacifica | G6 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |