2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 2,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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 Dodge Caliber (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Captiva | Caliber |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |