2003 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 836 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Porsche Cayenne | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Porsche | Dodge |
| Model | Cayenne | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |
