2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Fiat Multipla
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Caliber and 2009 Fiat Multipla were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Fiat Multipla | |
Make | Dodge | Fiat |
Model | Caliber | Multipla |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1450 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 63 L |