2011 Nissan Qashqai vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2012 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Nissan Qashqai would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Caliber (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
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 Nissan Qashqai (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Qashqai | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Nissan | Dodge |
| Model | Qashqai | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1431 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
