2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 560 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2012 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari 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 Tata Safari (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Caliber | Safari |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |