2007 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Dodge Caliber
To start off, both 2007 BMW 320 and 2007 Dodge Caliber were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320.
Because 2007 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 2007 BMW 320. 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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 320 | 2007 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | 320 | Caliber |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |