2006 Audi A3 vs. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A3 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A3. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A3 | 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A3 | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
