2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage 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 57 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caliber | Sportage |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 13.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 58 L |