2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Caliber and 2009 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caliber | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |