2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Kia Rio
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 Rio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Rio 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 (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2005 Kia Rio. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Rio.
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 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Rio. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caliber | Rio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
