2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2006 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2006 Maserati GranSport 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati GranSport (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 485 kg more than 2006 Maserati GranSport.
Because 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati GranSport. 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, 2006 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2006 Maserati GranSport | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Pacifica | GranSport |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 88 L |
