2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2001 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda CR-V 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 20 more horse power than 2001 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Because 2001 Honda CR-V 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, 2001 Honda CR-V 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2001 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2620 mm |
