2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 687 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 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chrysler | Volkswagen |
Model | Pacifica | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 100 L |