2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Caliber and 2009 Kia Magentis were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Dodge Caliber and 2009 Kia Magentis are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (142 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Magentis weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (189 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis. 2009 Dodge Caliber has automatic transmission and 2009 Kia Magentis has manual transmission. 2009 Kia Magentis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Caliber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Dodge | Kia |
| Model | Caliber | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 62 L |
