2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Dodge Caliber
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Dodge Caliber were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A4 (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A4 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, 2008 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 2008 Dodge Caliber has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Caliber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Audi | Dodge |
Model | A4 | Caliber |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |