2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Pacifica and 2005 Saturn Vue 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 (253 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Saturn Vue. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 457 kg more than 2005 Saturn Vue. 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, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn Vue. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Chrysler | Saturn |
Model | Pacifica | Vue |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 250 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2104 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 62 L |