1996 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 206 kg more than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Rasheen. (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Rasheen | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Rasheen | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2634 mm |
