1998 Daewoo Chairman vs. 2006 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Daewoo Chairman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Daewoo Chairman would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Daewoo Chairman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1998 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caliber.
Because 1998 Daewoo Chairman 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 Daewoo Chairman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Daewoo Chairman (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1998 Daewoo Chairman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Daewoo Chairman | 2006 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Daewoo | Dodge |
Model | Chairman | Caliber |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2293 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |