2011 Dodge Caliber vs. 2010 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Ford E-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford E-250 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-250 (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-250 weights approximately 484 kg more than 2011 Dodge Caliber. 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 Ford E-250 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Caliber | 2010 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Dodge | Ford |
Model | Caliber | E-250 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4717 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |