2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Focus would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 355 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, 2006 Ford Focus (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2006 Ford Focus | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caliber | Focus |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |