2011 Dodge Caliber vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Altea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Altea 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Seat Altea. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 96 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber. 2005 Seat Altea 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. 2005 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Caliber | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Dodge | Seat |
Model | Caliber | Altea |
Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |