1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2006 Opel Signum

To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Opel Signum.

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, 2006 Opel Signum (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chrysler Town & Country 2006 Opel Signum
Make Chrysler Opel
Model Town & Country Signum
Year Released 1991 2006
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3301 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 150 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 266 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2840 mm


 

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