2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Caliber and 2008 Toyota Camry were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Camry. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
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 Toyota Camry (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 2008 Toyota Camry 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 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caliber | Camry |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |