2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Corvette | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 276 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
