Mercedes R class 2006 vs Chrysler Pacifica 2003
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Minivan / MPV | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Mercedes R class is available only with four wheel (4x4) drive, while Chrysler Pacifica can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive. All-wheel drive models tend to consume more fuel, so if you don't need off road capabilities, Chrysler Pacifica also offers 2-wheel drive versions for fuel economy. 2WD versions also have lower maintenance costs. | |||
| Engines: | 3.0 - 6.2 (petrol, diesel) | 3.5 (petrol) | |
| Both cars are available with petrol engines. Mercedes R class is available also with diesel engines. Diesel engines typically offer better fuel efficiency and higher torque compared to other engine types. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 - 510 HP | 253 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 - 630 NM | 339 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5 - 9.9 seconds | 10 seconds | |
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Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.3 - 16.3 | 11.3 - 12.3 | |
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Mercedes R class petrol engines consumes on average 1.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than Chrysler Pacifica. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 5.03 m | 5.05 m | |
| Width: | 1.92 m | 2.01 m | |
| Height: | 1.66 m | 1.69 m | |
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Mercedes R class is smaller. Mercedes R class is 2 cm shorter than the Chrysler Pacifica, 9 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes R class is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 314 litres | 369 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
3215 litres | 2250 litres | |
| Mercedes R class has 55 litres less trunk space than the Chrysler Pacifica. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes R class (by 965 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.7 meters | 9.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes R class is 1.8 metres more than that of the Chrysler Pacifica, which means Mercedes R class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | ~ 2`873 | no data | |
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| Average price (€): | 6000 | 1800 | |
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