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2009 Dodge Caliber - Specifications

 
4 Door HB R/T Performance Specs
Engine
Engine Type Gas I4
Displacement 2.4L/144
Fuel System SMPI
Engine Order Code ED3
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 172 @ 6000
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 165 @ 4400
Transmission
Trans Description Cont. Manual
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.72
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.16
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) NA
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.03
Trans Order Code DD7
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Again NA
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.41
First Gear Ratio (:1) 3.77
Clutch Size (in) - TBD -
Trans Type 5
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 4.12
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.42
Brakes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) NA
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) NA
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 10.3 x 1.39
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.5 x 1.0
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Brake Type Pwr
Steering
Steering Type Performance
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 35.5
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 16.6
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) - TBD -
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 2.76
Tires
Rear Tire Order Code TT1
Spare Tire Size Compact
Rear Tire Size P215/55R18
Front Tire Order Code TT1
Front Tire Size P215/55R18
Spare Tire Order Code TBC
Wheels
Rear Wheel Size (in) 18 x 7.0
Spare Wheel Material Steel
Front Wheel Size (in) 18 x 7.0
Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Spare Wheel Size (in) Compact
Suspension
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Rear Independent
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Front Independent
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) NA
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) NA
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Why should I also consider these?

If you're looking for an economical hatchback, the Nissan Versa and Kia Spectra5 should also be on the shopping list.

The Versa in particular is very roomy inside, yet costs a bit less—at least in terms of sticker price—than the Caliber.

The Spectra5 is more fun to drive than the Caliber, and either of these vehicles is more refined than the Dodge.

The Vibe and Matrix are mechanically identical to each other; between the two, we like the styling of the Vibe a bit more.

Most of this field fails to achieve top marks in safety across the board, though you might also consider the slightly smaller and more expensive Honda Fit; it's surprisingly roomy inside.

 
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