2009 BMW 125 vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, both 2009 BMW 125 and 2009 Dodge Caliber were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 165 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Because 2009 BMW 125 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 BMW 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2009 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 125 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 125 | Caliber |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |