2010 Ford Focus vs. 2010 Dodge Caliber
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2010 Ford Focus and 2010 Dodge Caliber contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2010 Ford Focus and the 2010 Dodge Caliber.
When we compare the 2010 Ford Focus's and the 2010 Dodge Caliber's specifications and ratings, the 2010 Ford Focus has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2010 Dodge Caliber has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2010 Ford Focus's and the 2010 Dodge Caliber's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pricing: A used 2010 Ford Focus ranges from $1,998 to $10,097 while a used 2010 Dodge Caliber is priced between $2,500 to $9,994.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2010 Ford Focus’s base engine makes 143 horsepower, and the 2010 Dodge Caliber base engine makes 158 horsepower. The Focus is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 473 miles. The Caliber is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 422 miles. This gives the 2010 Ford Focus the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2010 Dodge Caliber. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2010 Dodge Caliber has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The 2010 Ford Focus has the advantage in the areas of rear shoulder room and rear leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
17170
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
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Category Starting MSRP Range:
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
16880
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
N/A
Category Starting MSRP Range:
N/A
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
5444
Price Range:
1998 - 10097
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
119
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
143028
# Good or Great Deals:
36
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
5761
Price Range:
2500 - 9994
Category Avg Price:
N/A
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N/A
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
16
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
137016
# Good or Great Deals:
2
Ford Focus Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Dodge Caliber Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2010 Ford Focus
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2010 Dodge Caliber
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.0609779696757191
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.9129016982599878
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Ford Focus Rankings
Not yet available
Dodge Caliber Rankings
Available Body Styles
Coupe, Sedan
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2010 Ford Focus Trim Levels
S, SE, SEL, SES
2010 Dodge Caliber Trim Levels
Express, Heat, Mainstreet, R/T, Rush, SE, SXT, Uptown
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2026 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
143 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
136 foot-lbs @ 4250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
158 hp @ 6400 rpm
Torque:
141 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 473 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 31 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
313 / 422 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Voice Recognition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bluetooth:
Available
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.6 inches
Cargo Space:
13.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
93.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.7 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
18.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
47.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not applicable
Overall Interior Volume:
114.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2588 lbs
Width:
67.9 inches
Height:
58.6 inches
Length:
175 inches
Wheelbase:
102.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2966 lbs
Width:
68.8 inches
Height:
60.4 inches
Length:
173.8 inches
Wheelbase:
103.7 inches
Ground Clearance:
7.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/50R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 6.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P205/70R15
Exterior Colors
Black
Ebony
Blue
Blue Flame Metallic
Gray
Sterling Grey Metallic
Red
Sangria Red Metallic
Silver
Ingot Silver Metallic
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
White
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl Coat
Blue
Blackberry Pearl Coat / Deep Water Blue Pearl Coat
Gray
Dark Charcoal Pearl Coat / Light Sandstone Metallic Clear Coat
Red
Inferno Red Crystal Pearl Coat
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic Clear Coat
Green
Optic Green Metallic Clear Coat
Orange
Sunburst Orange Pearl Coat
White
Stone White Clear Coat
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal Black
Gray
Medium Stone
Interior Colors
Black
Not available
Gray
Dark Slate Gray / Dark Slate/Medium Graystone
