2011 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, both 2011 Dodge Caliber and 2011 Honda Fit were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 182 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 2011 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 2011 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2011 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | Fit |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 40 L |
