2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 7 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (346 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Pacifica | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 85 L |
