2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2008 Audi A3
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Pacifica and 2008 Audi A3 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 115 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 168 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. 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, 2008 Chrysler Pacifica (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2008 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Audi |
| Model | Pacifica | A3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 55 L |
