2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1988 Renault 25
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 25 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 25 (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 1988 Renault 25 (231 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (170 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Caliber. 1988 Renault 25 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. 1988 Renault 25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1988 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Dodge | Renault |
| Model | Caliber | 25 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
