2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2012 Audi RS5
To start off, 2012 Audi RS5 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi RS5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi RS5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi RS5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 123 kg more than 2012 Audi RS5.
Because 2012 Audi RS5 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 Audi RS5 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 Audi RS5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi RS5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2012 Audi RS5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Pacifica | RS5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 63 L |
