2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (166 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Volkswagen | Dodge |
Model | Golf | Caliber |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 166 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |