2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 496 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 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 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Dodge | Volvo |
| Model | Caliber | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
