2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 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 33 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (217 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 213 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Touareg 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 (332 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2006 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pacifica | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |
