2010 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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. Both 2010 Dodge Caliber and 2013 Volkswagen Beetle are equipped with a 2,000 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Dodge Caliber | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Caliber | Beetle |
Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1700 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 Length | 4415 mm | 4278 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2537 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |