2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 1999 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Opel Meriva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Opel Meriva 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 69 more horse power than 1999 Opel Meriva. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Meriva.
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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 1999 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Dodge | Opel |
| Model | Caliber | Meriva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |
