2006 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Because 2006 BMW M3 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 2006 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2006 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW M3 | 2007 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | BMW | Dodge |
| Model | M3 | Caliber |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3244 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
