2006 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tundra (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber.

Because 2006 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Toyota Tundra 2010 Dodge Caliber
Make Toyota Dodge
Model Tundra Caliber
Year Released 2006 2010
Body Type Pickup Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3950 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 236 HP 158 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 361 Nm 191 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5550 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1748 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1534 mm
Wheelbase Size 3270 mm 2634 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 100 L 51 L


 

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