2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 4 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (567 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1110 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.
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, 2013 Bentley Continental (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2009 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2009 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Dodge | Bentley |
| Model | Caliber | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1403 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
