2003 Opel Astra vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Opel Astra. (75 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Astra.
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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Astra. (171 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Opel Astra | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Opel | Dodge |
| Model | Astra | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 6.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 51 L |
