2007 BMW 120 vs. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, both 2007 BMW 120 and 2007 Chrysler Pacifica were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 598 kg more than 2007 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 120 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 120 | 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 120 | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
