2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (242 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque weights approximately 280 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Caliber | Range Rover Evoque |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4356 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1966 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2662 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
