2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caliber | Excursion |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 759 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 167 L |