2007 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, both 2007 BMW X3 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (201 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | X3 | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 87 L |
