2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Toyota Camry (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caliber | Camry |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |