2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 4,625 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Kia Borrego.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego 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, 2009 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 2009 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caliber | Borrego |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 337 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 438 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 78 L |
