1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 206 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1998 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
