2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 2012 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avensis 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 13 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 50 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, 2012 Toyota Avensis (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber. 2012 Toyota Avensis 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. 2012 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Dodge Caliber | 2012 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caliber | Avensis |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 60 L |