2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 835 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Because 2012 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | Chrysler | Land Rover |
| Model | Pacifica | Defender |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2402 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 24.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 60 L |
