2011 Dodge Caliber vs. 2011 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2011 Dodge Caliber and 2011 Volkswagen Golf 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 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 52 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Golf. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Golf (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Caliber | 2011 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Dodge | Volkswagen |
Model | Caliber | Golf |
Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 55 L |