1999 Ford Telstar vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 91 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Telstar | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1534 mm |
