2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Altima. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Altima.
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 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caliber | Altima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 Length | 4420 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 76 L |
