2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Jetta | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
