2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda B3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda B3000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 154 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Caliber | B3000 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
