2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
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 Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla.
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 Corolla (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caliber | Corolla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |