2008 BMW 130 vs. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, both 2008 BMW 130 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 BMW 130 (268 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 440 kg more than 2008 BMW 130.
Because 2008 BMW 130 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 2008 BMW 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 130. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 130 | 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 130 | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 87 L |
