2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2010 Renault Twingo 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2010 Renault Twingo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Twingo.
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 @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caliber | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.1 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
