2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Cee'd. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Cee'd would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 Kia Cee'd. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Kia | Dodge |
| Model | Cee'd | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 51 L |
