2000 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. (136 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2000 Alfa Romeo 156. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 66 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 (305 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Alfa Romeo 156 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Dodge |
Model | 156 | Caliber |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 1400 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |