2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Toyota Hilux 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 2009 Dodge Caliber has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Caliber will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
