2006 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 269 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Aerio. 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 Suzuki Aerio (207 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Aerio | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Suzuki | Dodge |
| Model | Aerio | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
