2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2001 Lada 111
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lada 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lada 111 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Lada 111. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 440 kg more than 2001 Lada 111. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada 111. (115 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2001 Lada 111 | |
| Make | Dodge | Lada |
| Model | Caliber | 111 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |
