2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (168 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
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 (220 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (193 Nm). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 198 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1445 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
