2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Caliber is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Kia Cee'd. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caliber | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1582 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1358 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |