2011 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 269 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, 2013 Honda Accord (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber. 2013 Honda Accord 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. 2013 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Dodge Caliber | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Caliber | Accord |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4805 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1436 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2725 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 65 L |
