2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 341 kg more than 2005 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caliber | Rio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 14.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
