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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Condor weights approximately 61 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2009 Dodge Caliber is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Condor. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (158 Nm @ 2800 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 | 1798 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1446 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
