2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2001 Opel Corsa

To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Opel Corsa. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 853 kg more than 2001 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Corsa. (130 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Corsa. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chrysler Town & Country 2001 Opel Corsa
Make Chrysler Opel
Model Town & Country Corsa
Year Released 2009 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3299 cc 1684 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 64 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 278 Nm 130 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1873 kg 1020 kg
Vehicle Length 5150 mm 3830 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2500 mm


 

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