2005 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2008 Dodge Caliber is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 320 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Caliber (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2005 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Caliber, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 320 | 2008 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | 320 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
