2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 4 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 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1723 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 170 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.
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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Pacifica | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3964 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
