2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 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 119 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V. 2009 Honda CR-V 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. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
