2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2009 Dodge Caliber and 2009 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Eos (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 238 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (282 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Caliber | Eos |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 282 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |