2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2005 Chrysler Town & Country and 2005 Opel Tigra 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 145 more horse power than 2005 Opel Tigra. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 736 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Town & Country | Tigra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 170 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |