2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica 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 61 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 501 kg more than 2000 Toyota Celica. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Pacifica | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3964 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
