2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1206 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Land Rover | Dodge |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 51 L |
