2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2007 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Pacifica | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
