2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Caliber and 2008 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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 (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Caliber | Corsa |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 77.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |