2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Chrysler Pacifica were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 73 kg more than 2008 Audi A4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler Pacifica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Audi A4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica 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, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Audi | Chrysler |
| Model | A4 | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1463 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 87 L |
