2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Caliber and 2009 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Jaguar X-Type | |
Make | Dodge | Jaguar |
Model | Caliber | X-Type |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 61 L |