2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Caliber and 2009 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caliber | G |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 96 L |