2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2001 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mondeo would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2001 Ford Mondeo (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2001 Ford Mondeo | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caliber | Mondeo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 59 L |