2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 329 kg more than 2011 Tata Indica. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indica. (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Dodge | Tata |
| Model | Caliber | Indica |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 37 L |
