2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra 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 110 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 555 kg more than 2012 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | Pacifica | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4567 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
