2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
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 Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caliber | Sorento |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |