2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2007 Opel Vectra
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 Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 268 kg more than 2007 Opel Vectra.
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, 2007 Opel Vectra (370 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2007 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Chrysler | Opel |
Model | Town & Country | Vectra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |