2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 71 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caliber | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
