2011 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2011 Dodge Caliber and 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (440 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2011 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caliber | Viano |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 75 L |