2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Kia Venga
To start off, 2012 Kia Venga 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2012 Kia Venga. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 155 kg more than 2012 Kia Venga. 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 (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Venga. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Kia Venga | |
Make | Dodge | Kia |
Model | Caliber | Venga |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 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 | 1408 kg | 1253 kg |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 48 L |