2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 140 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 Dodge Caliber is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M3 | Caliber |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |