2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Pacifica and 2006 Ford Focus were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | Pacifica | Focus |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
