2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 599 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.
Because 2012 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 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, 2012 BMW X6 (779 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (332 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X6 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 X6 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Pacifica | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2016 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 85 L |
