2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Dakota 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 40 more horse power than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2005 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Dodge Dakota. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
| Model | Pacifica | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3964 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 83 L |
