2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2012 Acura RL
To start off, 2012 Acura RL is newer by 6 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, 2012 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RL weights approximately 232 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 2012 Acura RL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura RL 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, 2012 Acura RL (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2012 Acura RL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Acura |
| Model | Pacifica | RL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3964 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4971 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 73 L |
