2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 1986 Subaru XT
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru XT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru XT would be higher. At 2,672 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru XT (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 147 kg more than 1986 Subaru XT.
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, 2006 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru XT. (211 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru XT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 1986 Subaru XT | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Caliber | XT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
