2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2006 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Caliber | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |