2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 992 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
Model | Touareg | Caliber |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1408 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 51 L |