2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Caliber and 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 255 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor.
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 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor 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 Mitsubishi Endeavor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
Model | Caliber | Endeavor |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 81 L |