2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac SRX and 2006 Chrysler Pacifica were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (256 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 269 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | SRX | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 3964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
