2009 Honda HR-V vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda HR-V.
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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda HR-V | 2010 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Honda | Dodge |
Model | HR-V | Caliber |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 51 L |