2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Caliber and 2008 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Sierra (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1010 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Dodge | GMC |
| Model | Caliber | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 353 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 129 L |
