2006 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S60 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S60 weights approximately 296 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo S60 | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Volvo | Dodge |
| Model | S60 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |
