2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 248 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
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 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Caliber | CC |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |