2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Honda Jazz
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Caliber and 2009 Honda Jazz were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 296 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. 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 (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Caliber | Jazz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 14 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 42 L |