2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 583 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 2012 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2012 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Bentley | Dodge |
Model | Brooklands | Caliber |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 51 L |