2008 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chrysler Pacifica | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Pacifica | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Crossover | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3950 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |