1998 Acura Integra vs. 2007 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 1998 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Caliber has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Caliber will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura Integra | 2007 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Acura | Dodge |
| Model | Integra | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 51 L |
