2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Ford F-350
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 6,802 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 278 kg more than 2008 Ford F-350.
Because 2009 Dodge Caliber is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 2008 Ford F-350 (620 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Caliber | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 6802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 6260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 115 L |
