2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Lada Oka
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lada Oka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lada Oka would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 Lada Oka. (30 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Lada Oka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 749 kg more than 2005 Lada Oka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Caliber is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lada Oka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Lada Oka. (46 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Lada Oka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Lada Oka | |
Make | Dodge | Lada |
Model | Caliber | Oka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 644 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2190 mm |