2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 23 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 155 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
Model | Passat | Caliber |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1489 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |