2011 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1016 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 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Caliber. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber. 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Caliber | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Caliber | Tundra |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 2350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1935 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 100 L |