2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2000 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Kia Sportage 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 2000 Kia Sportage. (126 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Because 2000 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Kia Sportage 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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Kia Sportage. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2000 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caliber | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |