2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2009 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Caliber 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 30 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 259 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Corolla. (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caliber | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |