1992 Porsche 911 vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber

To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 911 (355 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 911 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1992 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Porsche 911 (520 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Porsche 911 2011 Dodge Caliber
Make Porsche Dodge
Model 911 Caliber
Year Released 1992 2011
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 3594 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 355 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5550 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1366 kg
Vehicle Length 4260 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1748 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1534 mm
Wheelbase Size 2270 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.3 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 51 L


 

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