2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2011 Kia Carnival is newer by 1 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Kia Carnival. (142 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Carnival. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Carnival weights approximately 854 kg more 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, 2011 Kia Carnival (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 2011 Kia Carnival 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. 2011 Kia Carnival will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Kia Carnival | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caliber | Carnival |
Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |