2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (251 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 201 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.
Because 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will offer significantly more control. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Pacifica | Murano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 82 L |
