2005 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Volvo S60. (247 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 552 kg more than 2013 Volvo S60. 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. (346 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Pacifica | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volvo |
| Model | Pacifica | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2097 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1484 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
