2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Caliber and 2008 Renault Twingo 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 226 more horse power than 2008 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Twingo.
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 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Dodge | Renault |
Model | Caliber | Twingo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1147 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |