2005 Honda Life 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 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Life 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 111 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 544 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life 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, 2005 Honda Life 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Life | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Life | Caliber |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2634 mm |