2006 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2010 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | Pilot | Caliber |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 51 L |