2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2012 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2012 Nissan Patrol 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Patrol (400 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 912 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 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (559 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2012 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
Model | Pacifica | Patrol |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 559 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3075 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 98 L |