2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 132 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 Volkswagen Tiguan is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
| Model | Caliber | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
