2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Caliber and 2009 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 138 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
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 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caliber | A |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 54 L |