2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander would be higher. At 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caliber | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 59 L |
