2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 2006 Hyundai Atos
To start off, both 2006 Dodge Caliber and 2006 Hyundai Atos were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 78 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caliber.
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 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caliber | 2006 Hyundai Atos | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Caliber | Atos |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1084 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 35 L |