2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
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 Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic 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 42 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caliber | Picnic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |