2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra would be higher. Both 2006 Dodge Caliber and 1996 Opel Calibra are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Caliber (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caliber | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
