2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Fiat Grande Punto would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Fiat | Dodge |
| Model | Grande Punto | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
