2012 Chrysler 300 vs. 2012 Dodge Caliber
To start off, both 2012 Chrysler 300 and 2012 Dodge Caliber were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 614 kg more than 2012 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Chrysler 300 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 2012 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber. 2012 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2012 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2012 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2012 Chrysler 300 | 2012 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Chrysler | Dodge |
Model | 300 | Caliber |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6400 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 465 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 630 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5088 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1478 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3053 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |