2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 8,357 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (600 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (285 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2009 Dodge Viper is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Viper. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (760 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Caliber | Viper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 8357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 760 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |
