2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Caliber and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Caliber | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.3 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |