2009 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, both 2009 BMW 745 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 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 745 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 745. 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 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 2009 BMW 745 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 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 745 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 745 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |
