2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2009 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback Sport is newer by 3 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, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2009 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Chrysler | Subaru |
| Model | Pacifica | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 64 L |
