2009 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Caliber | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Caliber | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |
