2002 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (159 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 26 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Accord | Caliber |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 51 L |