2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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 Mercedes-Benz G (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Caliber | G |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4763 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1938 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
