2006 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Opel Astra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (351 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Opel Astra | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Opel | Chrysler |
Model | Astra | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |