2001 AC Aceca vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2001 AC Aceca 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 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2001 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | Aceca | Caliber |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 51 L |