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2008 Chrysler Dodge Caliber SRT4 file
Street and Racing Technology (SRT), improving the high performance Chrysler division is adding a new point in its product range with the launch of the all-new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 equipped with a drive that is capable of pumping 285 horsepower. This model will return the most powerful in the segment, according to Chrysler LLC.
Kipp Owen, director of engineering for Chrysler SRT said:
"The all-new Dodge Caliber SRT4 2008 reached the SRT mission of offering benchmark performance for the best price. With 285 horsepower under the hood, Dodge Caliber SRT4 is an entry worldwide in the sport compact market. "
Under the hood of the new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 DOHC 2.4-liter I-4 turbo engine that pumps out world of horses 285 power and 265 lb-ft of torque. This engine comes with high-temperature Inconel exhaust valves, Dual VVT and broadband pump feeding injectors. In addition, The engine is mated to an electronic brake line ABS Differential and Getrag DMT-6 six-speed transmission to complete the powertrain components.
"The all-new 2.4-liter turbocharged World Engine delivers a level of power you expect from a V-8. With the engine in the new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4, we enjoyed Performance improvements tried and true, as the speed of the cylinder head has increased and the higher compression ratio, and new technologies. Such as variable valve timing (VVT), "said Pete Gladysz, Senior Manager – SRT Powertrain.
The all-new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 also suspension has been lowered 28 mm front and independent MacPherson strut setup with ZF Sachs twin-tube dampers granted, with 210 lb springs. Other technical features available on the Dodge Caliber SRT4 2008 include only 18 mm rear stabilizer bar to reduce understeer, Electronic Program Stability Program (ESP), the spark plug "> Dodge spark plug wire rack and pinion steering provided by the TER, 340 x 28 mm vented front rotors aluminum dual piston front calipers 57 mm, 302 x 10 mm and rear 35 mm pistons and Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).
Like all styles of SRT tuning, the Dodge Caliber SRT4 2008 also defines aggressive and sporty characteristics. Some exterior design elements including functional brake cooling ducts, larger grille opening, hood with air intake only functional, large integrated spoiler above the rear window, the Dodge crosshair grille, fog lights placed on the fascia, bottom trim threshold, only 4 inches exhaust tip, center high-mounted stop lamp (CHMSL), and 19-inch wheels SRT-unique cast aluminum, which ended with 225/45 R 19 W-rated Goodyear tires for all seasons. Customers can also choose polished wheels 19-inch cast aluminum covered with 225/45 R 19 W-rated Goodyear F1 Supercar tires in three seasons.
In addition, Chrysler has four exterior colors of the new Dodge Caliber SRT4 2008, including Brilliant Black, Sunburst Orange, Bright Silver and Red hell.
Trevor Creed, Vice President Senior Design said: "From the first sketches of the new Dodge Caliber SRT4-2008, we wanted an aggressive, SRT-signature. For example, because the intercooler is positioned so high behind the front grille, we moved the fascia slightly forward and extended the walls of the grill. The result is a much more aggressive than the standard Dodge Caliber. Exterior design that works and looks is a requirement for all SRT vehicles. The cover includes the functionality of the expression Hot and fresh air. "
Inside, the new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 is equipped with a wide range of features inspired by the interior the division of Dodge Motorsports. Includes details such as unique sports seats with fabric inserts and SRT aggressive consolidation of the results, leather-wrapped steering wheel, only "silver alloy finish dash bezel and change, bright aluminum pedals, leather boots with a model of carbon fiber shift knob leather cap and finished with a polished chrome finish, standard AM / FM CD changer with multi-drive control and the provision of an SRT-engineered Kicker high-performance audio system with 13 speakers and 322 watt amplifier and 200 watt subwoofer. Only dark slate gray interior is available for any new Dodge Caliber SRT4-2008.
Creed added: "The Dodge Caliber interior is unique with sophisticated and contemporary appointments. When you upgrade to the rates of SRT, we take the issues design that have been successful with the previous Dodge SRT4, including the design of the instruments, separate boost gauge, and silver finish on the center console and interior finishes. In general, our strategy was to infuse the interior with performance-based improvements to complete Dodge Caliber SRT4 exterior is aggressive. "
And finally, the new 2008 Dodge Caliber SRT4 delivers a lot of active safety systems and passive to give its occupants the best protection during the riots of the car. Security and safety features include advanced traction control at any speed, auto-reverse Sun Roof, BeltAlert, crumple zones that absorb power steering column, enhanced accident response system (EARS), height adjustable seat belts, HomeLink Universal Home Security System receiver, Blocker knee airbag, reinforces the knee, air bag systems in several stages, to anchor lower and Tethers for Children (LATCH), distance, pretensioners safety belt, immobilizer sentry key, added airbags and side curtain tire pressure monitoring (TPM).
Chrysler LLC has announced Manufacturers suggested retail price (MSRP) in its official press release.
About the Author
Evander Klum is a Business Administration graduate who hails from Alabama. He enjoys extreme sports and he is also a car racing fanatic. At present, he works as a marketing manager at an advertising agency in Cleveland.