2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Mobilio 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 49 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio will offer significantly more control. 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 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |
