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. 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 20 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (134 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 53 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
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 | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1478 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |