2011 Dodge Caliber vs. 2004 Honda Life
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Life would be higher. 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 111 more horse power than 2004 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 576 kg more than 2004 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Life. 2004 Honda Life 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. 2004 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Caliber | 2004 Honda Life | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | Life |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2370 mm |
