2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 3 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
Model | Caliber | i40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |