2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Nissan Livina
To start off, 2012 Nissan Livina 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Livina. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Livina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Nissan Livina. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Livina. (153 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Livina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Nissan Livina | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caliber | Livina |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 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 | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 52 L |
