2012 Dodge Caliber vs. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA
To start off, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Nissan ALTIMA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan ALTIMA should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan ALTIMA weights approximately 50 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.
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 Nissan ALTIMA (244 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan ALTIMA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Dodge Caliber | 2013 Nissan ALTIMA | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Caliber | ALTIMA |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1366 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 4864 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1534 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 68 L |
