2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Caliber and 2008 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra.
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 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Opel Astra | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Caliber | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1363 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |