2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Dodge | Land Rover |
| Model | Caliber | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
