2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Pacifica and 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 22 more horse power than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 487 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will offer significantly more control. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Pacifica | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 61 L |
