2008 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 95 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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, 2008 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Caliber | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Caliber | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |
