2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (133 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Caliber | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
