2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Caliber and 2009 Tata Nano were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano.
Because 2009 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Tata Nano | |
Make | Dodge | Tata |
Model | Caliber | Nano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 624 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 48 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3099 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1495 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1652 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 37 L |