2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2000 Fiat Duna
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Duna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Duna would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Duna. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 500 kg more than 2000 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Caliber is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber will offer significantly more control. 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 (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Duna. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2000 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caliber | Duna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
