2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Condor 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 80 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Because 2001 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | Condor |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
