2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2002 Honda Capa
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 345 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. 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 (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2002 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | Capa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
