2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Honda Mobilio | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caliber | Mobilio |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |