2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda City 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 156 more horse power than 2002 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 678 kg more than 2002 Honda City. 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 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2002 Honda City | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Pacifica | City |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3964 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
