2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 215 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caliber | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |