2006 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2004 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Signum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Signum would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Opel Signum. (125 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Signum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 561 kg more than 2004 Opel Signum. 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, 2006 Chrysler Town & Country (324 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Signum. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Signum.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Town & Country | 2004 Opel Signum | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Town & Country | Signum |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3786 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 58 L |