2007 Dodge Caliber vs. 1992 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 2007 Dodge Caliber is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Caravan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Caravan would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Caliber (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
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, 2007 Dodge Caliber (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Caliber | 1992 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Dodge | Dodge |
| Model | Caliber | Caravan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2860 mm |
