1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Holden Astra
To start off, 2005 Holden Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Holden Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 526 kg more than 2005 Holden Astra. 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Astra. (173 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Town & Country | Astra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
