2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 495 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Pacifica | Carina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3964 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
