2009 Chevrolet Epica vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Epica 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Epica. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Epica.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Epica (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Epica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Epica | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Epica | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
