2008 Ford Focus vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
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 Ford Focus (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Ford | Dodge |
| Model | Focus | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1986 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |
