2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2002 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Saturn Vue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Saturn Vue would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Saturn Vue. (143 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn Vue 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 2002 Saturn Vue. 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, 2002 Saturn Vue (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2002 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Dodge | Saturn |
Model | Caliber | Vue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |