2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 570 kg more than 2010 Renault Clio. 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 Renault Clio (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caliber | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |
