1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1516 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Mega Cruiser | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Mega Cruiser | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4164 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2850 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2290 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 51 L |
