2005 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Sharan.
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 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Sharan | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
| Model | Sharan | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1331 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
