2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2011 Opel Antara
To start off, 2011 Opel Antara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. 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 67 more horse power than 2011 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2011 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 86 kg more than 2011 Opel Antara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 2011 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | Town & Country | Antara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
