2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2006 GMC Sierra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | Pacifica | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 98 L |
