Dodge Caliber 2006 vs Hyundai Tucson 2004

Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison

 
Dodge Caliber
2006 - 2011
Hyundai Tucson
2004 - 2010
Body: Estate car / wagonCrossover / SUV
Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs.
Gearbox: Manual/AutomaticManual/Automatic
Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Front wheel drive (FWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
Dodge Caliber is available only with front wheel drive, while Hyundai Tucson can be equipped with front wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive.
Engines: 1.8 - 2.42.0 - 2.7

Performance

Power: 140 - 295 HP112 - 175 HP
Torque: 168 - 363 NM184 - 305 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 6.7 - 12 seconds10.3 - 16.1 seconds
In general, Dodge Caliber are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Hyundai Tucson. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison!

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.1 - 9.56.9 - 10.0
Dodge Caliber petrol engines consumes on average 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than Hyundai Tucson. On average, Dodge Caliber equipped with diesel engines consume 1.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Hyundai Tucson.
This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy.

Dimensions

Length: 4.42 m4.32 m
Width: 1.80 m1.83 m
Height: 1.54 m1.72 m
Dodge Caliber is 10 cm longer than the Hyundai Tucson, 3 cm narrower, while the height of Dodge Caliber is 18 cm lower.
Trunk capacity: 524 litres644 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down, if possible
1360 litres1856 litres
Hyundai Tucson has more luggage space.
Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Dodge Caliber uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Hyundai Tucson (by 496 litres).
Turning diameter: 12 meters10.8 meters
The turning circle of the Dodge Caliber is 1.2 metres more than that of the Hyundai Tucson, which means Dodge Caliber can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight: ~ 1`948 kg~ 2`171 kg
Net weight:~ 1`411 kg~ 1`551 kg
Load capacity:~ 537 kg~ 620 kg
Dodge Caliber load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 15 procentiem less than Hyundai Tucson. Therefore, Hyundai Tucson is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads.
Safety:
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Average price (€): 28003200
Pros and Cons: Dodge Caliber has
  • more powerful and dynamic engines
  • lower fuel consumption
  • lower price
Hyundai Tucson has
  • available with 4x4 drive
  • roomier boot
  • better manoeuvrability
  • higher carrying (cargo) capacity
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