2004 Rover 25 vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 25 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 57 more horse power than 2004 Rover 25. (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 204 kg more than 2004 Rover 25. 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, 2004 Rover 25 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 25 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Rover | Dodge |
| Model | 25 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
