2005 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla 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 69 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 41 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (215 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Corolla | Caliber |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |