2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 is newer by 4 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), 2012 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 528 (240 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 370 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.
Because 2012 BMW 528 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 528. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 528 (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2012 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Dodge | BMW |
| Model | Caliber | 528 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
