2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Pilot (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 571 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Caliber is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber 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, 2013 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 2013 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
