2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Caliber and 2008 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota RAV4 (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 RAV4 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 2008 Dodge Caliber has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota RAV4 has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Dodge Caliber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caliber | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |