2008 Subaru Impreza vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 3 kg more than 2008 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2008 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Impreza 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, 2008 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Subaru Impreza | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Subaru | Dodge |
| Model | Impreza | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
