2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. 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 61 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (107 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina.
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 Dodge Caliber (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caliber | Carina |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |