2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 131 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caliber | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |