2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 111 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.
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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |
