2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2011 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 2 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 255 kg more than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Dodge | Fiat |
| Model | Caliber | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 45 L |
