2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2007 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2007 Fiat Albea is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Albea. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Albea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 873 kg more than 2007 Fiat Albea. 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 @ 3950 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Albea. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Albea. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Albea has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Albea will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2007 Fiat Albea | |
| Make | Chrysler | Fiat |
| Model | Pacifica | Albea |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1151 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 51 L |
