2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Kia Carnival. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Carnival would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carnival (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Kia Carnival.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Carnival. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Carnival.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caliber | Carnival |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 14.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |