1998 Ford Telstar vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Ford Telstar. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Telstar | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1534 mm |
