2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 3 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 37 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 199 kg more than 2013 Mini Coupe. 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (160 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Dodge Caliber | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Dodge | Mini |
| Model | Caliber | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 3728 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1378 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
