1998 Toyota Picnic 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 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 4 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
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 (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Toyota Picnic | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Picnic | Caliber |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |