2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 460 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Dodge | Suzuki |
| Model | Caliber | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
