2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 475 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caliber. 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 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Caliber | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
