2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Opel Omega

To start off, both 2004 Chrysler Town & Country and 2004 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 384 kg more than 2004 Opel Omega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (332 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Omega. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Omega.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chrysler Town & Country 2004 Opel Omega
Make Chrysler Opel
Model Town & Country Omega
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3786 cc 2198 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 142 HP
Engine RPM 6400 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 209 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2049 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2740 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 75 L


 

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