2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. 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 (351 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2007 Opel Astra | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Town & Country | Astra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3952 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 251 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 52 L |