2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, both 2010 Dodge Caliber and 2010 Mazda 2 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 56 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 374 kg more than 2010 Mazda 2. 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, 2010 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Caliber | 2 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 43 L |