2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1032 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Express | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
