2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Caliber. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 135 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Because 1989 Porsche 911 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 1989 Porsche 911. 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 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (310 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Caliber | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Dodge | Porsche |
Model | Caliber | 911 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 76.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 77 L |