2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 2007 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Caliber. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Caliber would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 252 kg more than 2006 Dodge Caliber.
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, 2006 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Caliber | 2007 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Dodge | Opel |
Model | Caliber | Vivaro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 16.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |