2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Renault Espace
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Espace 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 (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Renault Espace. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Espace.
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, 2005 Renault Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caliber | Espace |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1869 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 83 L |
