2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Because 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2009 Dodge Caliber (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Caliber | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
