2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 2006 Acura TL
To start off, 2010 Dodge Caliber is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura TL (258 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2006 Acura TL (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 2006 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2010 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2010 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Caliber | 2006 Acura TL | |
| Make | Dodge | Acura |
| Model | Caliber | TL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 258 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 64 L |
