2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caliber | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
