2006 Acura RL vs. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 590 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. (340 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Acura RL | 2004 Chrysler Pacifica | |
Make | Acura | Chrysler |
Model | RL | Pacifica |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 3518 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 87 L |