2002 Opel Signum vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Signum (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 434 kg more than 2002 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Signum. (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Signum. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2002 Opel Signum has manual transmission. 2002 Opel Signum will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Opel Signum | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Opel | Chrysler |
| Model | Signum | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1953 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3078 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |
