2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2012 Ford Kuga is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2012 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Kuga weights approximately 206 kg more than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2012 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Kuga 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, 2012 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Ford Kuga | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caliber | Kuga |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 53 L |