2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Caliber and 2008 Infiniti M were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Infiniti M. (275 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2008 Infiniti M.
Because 2008 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M 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 Infiniti M (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 2008 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Infiniti M | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Caliber | M |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |