2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Town & Country and 2005 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Opel Corsa. (101 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 966 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa. 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Corsa. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Town & Country | Corsa |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 139 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 975 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 46 L |