2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 5 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti IPL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (285 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti IPL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber. 2013 Infiniti IPL has automatic transmission and 2008 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2008 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti IPL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Caliber | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
Make | Dodge | Infiniti |
Model | Caliber | IPL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1823 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1406 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |