2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
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 (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Dodge | Hyundai |
| Model | Caliber | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |
