2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2003 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Civic 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 83 more horse power than 2003 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Civic.
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 (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Civic. (141 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2003 Honda Civic | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caliber | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |