2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 1994 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Skoda Felicia would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (67 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1994 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 507 kg more than 1994 Skoda Felicia. 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, 2006 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Skoda Felicia. (102 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 1994 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Dodge | Skoda |
| Model | Caliber | Felicia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |
