2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caliber | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4884 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 80 L |
