2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 340 kg more than 2012 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tacoma | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Toyota | Dodge |
| Model | Tacoma | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1674 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3240 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 51 L |
