2005 Ford Maverick vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 149 kg more than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick 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, 2005 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Maverick | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Maverick | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2288 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
