2011 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 BMW Z4
To start off, both 2011 Dodge Caliber and 2011 BMW Z4 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 BMW Z4 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW Z4 weights approximately 124 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.
Because 2011 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW Z4 (350 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Caliber | 2011 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Dodge | BMW |
Model | Caliber | Z4 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2497 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |