2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 3 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Caliber | H1 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |
