2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano 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 4 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
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, both vehicles can yield 339 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Pacifica | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3964 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 82 L |