2005 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Tahoe | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |
