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2009 Dodge Caliber - Specifications

 
4 Door HB SE Performance Specs
Engine
Displacement 1.8L/110
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 125 @ 5200
Engine Type Gas I4
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 148 @ 6500
Fuel System SMPI
Engine Order Code EBA
Transmission
Clutch Size (in) - TBD -
First Gear Ratio (:1) 3.77
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.41
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.03
Trans Order Code DD7
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 4.12
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.42
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) NA
Trans Description Cont. Again NA
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.16
Trans Type 5
Trans Description Cont. Manual
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.81
Brakes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) NA
Brake ABS System NA
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) NA
Brake Type Pwr
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 10.8 x 1.0
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) 9.0 x 1.38
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Steering
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 2.88
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 35.5
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 16.6
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) - TBD -
Tires
Rear Tire Size P205/70R15
Rear Tire Order Code TPB
Front Tire Size P205/70R15
Front Tire Order Code TPB
Spare Tire Size Compact
Spare Tire Order Code TBC
Wheels
Front Wheel Size (in) 15 x 6.0
Rear Wheel Size (in) 15 x 6.0
Spare Wheel Size (in) Compact
Front Wheel Material Steel
Spare Wheel Material Steel
Rear Wheel Material Steel
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) NA
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Front Independent
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) NA
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Rear Independent
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) - TBD -
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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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